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Undetected hearing loss can have serious consequences. Research shows it can cause relationship issues (both personal and professional), diminished cognitive function, and poor mental health.
Understanding Adenoid Infections
Most cases of sore throat are usually attributed to inflamed and infected tonsils. But did you know that your tonsils aren't the only glands in your mouth prone to infection? Your adenoids could get infected as well.
When is it time for my child to see an ENT?
Strep throat is one of the most common causes of throat pain/discomfort in kids. It is caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria. If your child suffers from recurring throat or ear infections, you should see a specialist as soon as...
What Are Winter Allergies?
The cold season may give you a break from your pollen allergy but winter may also come with a different set of allergies. When it’s getting cold and your furnace starts to kick in, it may send some dust mites,...
What is postnasal drip?
It's bothersome and you've actually thought it would never end - that tickle at the back of your throat, making you cough or clear your throat. It's called a post-nasal drip. Post-nasal drip is pretty much very common. It can...
What is balloon sinuplasty and how can it help you?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 30 million Americans or about 12 percent of the adult population suffers from sinusitis. Sinusitis or inflammation of the tissue lining of the sinuses can result from anything that...
Sinus Infection? When Should You See a Doctor?
A sinus infection is a very common condition, affecting about 3 million Americans every year. Sinusitis or a sinus infection can develop when the nasal cavities can become inflamed, swollen, or infected. Although it's usually caused by a virus, bacteria and fungi...
National Audiology Awareness and National Protect Your Hearing Month.
There are several factors that can lead to hearing loss in adults. This includes aging, otosclerosis (a type of middle ear disease), Meniere's disease, ototoxic medications such as neomycin, head injury, and constant exposure to very loud noise.
What’s the difference between a migraine and a headache?
The terms headache and migraine are often used interchangeably. And it’s pretty understandable. The pain from a migraine and tension from a headache are very similar. The discomfort may also be felt on either one or both sides of the...