When Should My Child See an ENT?
If you’re a parent, you know that children are prone to picking up bugs and minor illnesses pretty frequently. Often, these issues resolve on their own and need no additional care. However, if your child experiences frequent or recurring problems related to their ears, nose or throat, they may need to see an ENT specialist…
Learn More About What Happens When You Sneeze
When we sneeze, it’s our bodies’ way of getting rid of allergens, viruses and other irritants that enter our nose and throat. Sneezing is rarely a sign of any serious condition. However, depending on the cause, you may require additional treatment to eliminate your symptoms. How Often Does the Average Person Sneeze? A comparative study…
What Does Coughing Up Blood Mean?
If you’re coughing up blood, you’re probably pretty alarmed. While this symptom, known as hemoptysis, can occasionally be a sign of something serious, in many cases, it’s not. Below we review everything you need to know about hemoptysis. Classifying Hemoptysis The amount of blood you’re coughing up can help indicate the problem’s severity. There are…
What Is an ENT & When to Visit One
ENT (ear, nose and throat) physicians are also known as otolaryngologists. As the name suggests, they address problems having to do with the ears, nose and throat, such as hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), dizziness, sinus infections, swallowing disorders and speech disorders. They also specialize in sleep disorders, and they can perform surgeries…
How Hypothyroidism Can Impact Your Life & Ways of Treating It
Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid is underactive, meaning it doesn’t produce enough hormones. Hypothyroidism can impact your life in many ways, which we review below, but fortunately, it can be treated, which we also discuss. What Are the Symptoms of Hypothyroidism? Some of the symptoms of hypothyroidism include: Depression It’s common for hypothyroidism…
Three Lifestyle Remedies To Manage Acid Reflux
Gastroesophageal reflux, also referred to as acid reflux or GERD, is an increasingly common condition. Research has found that over the past decade, the number of young adults between the ages of 30-39 who have GERD has increased significantly. If you find yourself suffering from regular episodes of acid reflux, you may need to make…
How to Safely Remove Earwax at Home and When You Should See an ENT About It
The right amount of earwax is essential to cleaning and protecting your ears. However, sometimes earwax can build up in the ear and cause more serious problems. Avoid Using Cotton Swabs To Clean Your Ears Like many, you may think that using cotton swabs is a good way to clean your ears and prevent any…
What Is a Ruptured Eardrum?
The eardrum, known by audiologists as the tympanic membrane, is the thin tissue that divides the outer ear and the middle ear. Its job is to vibrate as soundwaves enter the ear canal; the vibrations are then sent through the bones of the middle ear and then on to the inner ear and the brain….
What Should I Expect During a Septoplasty?
The bone and cartilage that divides the space between your nostrils is known as your septum. When your septum is deviated, or crooked, it can make it harder to breathe through your nose when hiking on The Palmetto Trail and leave you more susceptible to sinus infections. A septoplasty is the surgical procedure to correct…
How Is Acid Reflux Diagnosed & Treated?
Acid reflux occurs when the contents of your stomach flow back into the tube that connects your throat to your stomach, called the esophagus. When acid reflux is chronic, it is called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). We review how GERD is diagnosed and treated below. Diagnosing GERD Your doctor will perform a physical exam and…