Signs You Should See an ENT
ENT specialists diagnose and treat conditions of the ear, nose and throat. They are also referred to as otolaryngologists. Let’s take a look at a few of the common conditions they treat, as well as when you should consider making an appointment. Common Ear Problems ENTs treat a variety of different ear conditions, from ear…
What To Know About Sinus Infections in Children
Children come down with little bugs or illnesses all the time. Oftentimes, their symptoms resolve themselves in a few days. However, if your child has been dealing with nasal congestion, a runny nose and sinus pain for over a week, they may have a sinus infection, otherwise known as sinusitis. Let’s examine the signs of…
What Happens to Your Sinuses When You Quit Smoking?
Quitting smoking is good for every aspect of your health, including your sinuses. Medical literature indicates that cigarette smoke, either directly from smoking or secondhand smoke, contributes to the development of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), which is inflammation of the nasal cavity and sinuses. Let’s take a look at how cigarette smoke affects your sinuses, as…
Is My Earache Caused by a Cold or Ear Infection?
It’s common to experience an earache. If you are, it’s important to identify the source of it in order to find relief. In this post, we cover the common cold and an ear infection as the potential causes of earaches to help you uncover if one of these conditions is causing yours. The Common Cold…
How Is Eustachian Tube Dysfunction Treated?
Your Eustachian tubes are the passageways between your middle ears and the back of your throat. They have several important jobs, including draining fluid from your middle ears and equalizing air pressure between your middle ears and your environment. When your Eustachian tubes don’t function correctly, it means you have Eustachian tube dysfunction. According to…
Do My Child’s Ear Tubes Need to Be Removed?
If your child experiences frequent or severe ear infections, their pediatrician may refer them to a pediatric ear, nose and throat (ENT) physician to have ear tubes placed. What Are Ear Tubes? Ear tubes are small, hollow cylinders made of metal or plastic that are surgically inserted into a child’s eardrum. Why Are Ear Tubes…
What Are The Differences Between Conductive and Sensorineural Hearing Loss?
Not all hearing loss is the same. Let’s explore the differences between conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, including causes and potential treatment options. Sensorineural Hearing Loss Sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) occurs when there is damage to the hair cells of the inner ear or, less commonly, the auditory nerve. Once damage occurs, it cannot be…
How to Care for Your Child When They Have an Ear Infection
Ear infections are extremely common. In fact, according to an article published in JAMA Pediatrics Patient Page in 2020, “About 50% of all children will have at least 1 ear infection by the time they reach their second birthday.” In many cases, an ENT (ear, nose and throat) physician will take a wait-and-see approach when…
Why Do My Ears and Throat Hurt Simultaneously?
By themselves, ear pain and a sore throat can be unpleasant to deal with. When paired together, you’re left feeling even worse. Many common conditions can cause both throat and ear pain. Let’s take a look at a few of them, as well as home remedies and treatment options. Symptoms of a Sore Throat and…
Is it Tonsillitis or Strep Throat?
If you’ve noticed a persistent scratchy, sore throat while at work or when placing your order at Stomping Grounds Coffee Bar, you’re likely wondering what the cause is. While many conditions can cause throat pain, tonsillitis and strep throat are two very common causes. They also have some other overlapping symptoms and are sometimes mistaken…
