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Children and Ear Pain: How To Soothe and Support Your Child
Ear pain is a common complaint among children. Also called earache, it’s one of the most common reasons for healthcare provider visits. While ear pain is rarely dangerous, it’s normal to worry when your child…
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How to Protect Your Ears for Fall Sports
When thinking of ways to protect the body during sports, ear protection might not be something that’s initially considered. However, some sports, especially in the fall season, pose distinct challenges that could impact your ear…
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The Role Humidity Plays in Allergies
Humidity levels where you live can play a role in how we experience allergies. Whether you live in a region with high humidity or low humidity, the moisture levels in the air can impact the…
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Understanding Third Mobile Window Syndrome
Third Mobile Window Syndrome (TMWS) is a rare condition disrupting the regular movement of fluid and sound in the inner ear. Normally, the inner ear’s fluid dynamics are regulated by two windows: the oval window…
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How Dry Air Can Impact Your Nose and Throat Health
Dry air is a common issue, especially when you spend a lot of time indoors. While it might seem like a minor inconvenience, the impact of dry air on our health, particularly on the health…
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Three Reasons Why Your Ears Hurt When You Swallow
Feeling a pain in your ear when swallowing can negatively impact a fun meal at the Good Life Café. Learning about the common causes of ear pain when swallowing can help you identify the right…
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What is The Link Between Allergies and Ear Infections
Ear infections are common and can affect people of all ages, but are especially common in children. Understanding how allergies impact ear infections can help prevent ear infections and provide effective treatment. Causes for Ear…
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Can You Get a Fungal Ear Infection?
When you hear the term ear infection, what you’re usually thinking of is a middle ear infection. These infections occur due to a buildup of fluid behind the eardrum. However, there are actually several different…
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Tips for Protecting Against a Perforated Eardrum
A perforated or ruptured eardrum is a hole or tear in the tissue separating the ear canal from the middle ear. Although a perforated eardrum usually heals within a few weeks, it can leave the…
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What to Know About Getting Your Ears Cleaned by an ENT
When your earwax becomes impacted or stuck in your ear canal, it can cause a lot of unpleasant symptoms. It’s important that you don’t attempt to remove impacted earwax yourself, especially with a cotton swab…
