Snot Color: What Does It Mean for My Health?
Snot: it’s not glamorous, but it’s essential. This sticky substance, also known as nasal mucus, plays a critical role in protecting your health, but it probably doesn’t enter your mind on most days—until it comes out a strange color. Let’s take a look at how snot protects your health and why it may change color…
Decoding Your Snot: What It Says About Your Health
Snot might not be the most glamorous topic, but it plays a crucial role in keeping your body healthy. That sticky, often inconvenient mucus traps germs, dirt and other harmful particles, stopping them from invading your respiratory system. Beyond its protective role, colorful snot can provide important clues about your body’s health and what’s happening…
What to Know About Cleaners that May Cause Allergies
Cleaning products are necessary for maintaining a hygienic home but for those with allergies, they may cause irritation. Understanding these products can help you make safer choices for your health and help avoid allergic irritations and reactions. Common Allergens in Cleaning Products Several ingredients commonly found in household cleaners, or even the cleaning solution itself,…
Causes and Treatments of Chronic Coughing
Chronic coughing is a persistent health issue that can significantly impact your quality of life. A cough is considered chronic when it lasts longer than eight weeks in adults or four weeks in children. Let’s take a look at a few common causes of chronic coughing and how to manage them. Causes of Chronic Coughing…
How to Relieve Ear Pressure
Ear pressure, often referred to as barotrauma, can be an uncomfortable and sometimes painful experience. It occurs when the Eustachian tube becomes blocked due to altitude or pressure changes. Let’s explore why ear pressure occurs and some effective methods for alleviating it. Why Ear Pressure Occurs Barotrauma happens when there’s an imbalance between the air…
Tips To Manage Common ENT Concerns
ENT health, encompassing the well-being of the ears, nose and throat, is crucial for overall quality of life. Maintaining ENT health involves addressing common concerns such as ear infections, sinusitis and throat infections, and managing chronic conditions like allergies and hearing loss. Regular check-ups with an ENT specialist and knowing a little about common ENT…
When Should I See an Allergist for Allergy Testing?
It’s that time again. That time when flowers bloom, and people begin to brush winter dust out of their homes. While spring is a long-awaited season for many, it can be challenging for those with allergic rhinitis, more commonly known as hay fever. Hay fever affects approximately 20% of people in the United States and…
Common Causes of White Spots on Your Throat
Seeing white spots at the back of the throat can feel a little unnerving. Though the underlying cause is not usually serious, identifying the cause and starting treatment early can help alleviate worries and discomfort. Causes of White Spots on the Throat White spots on the throat can signal multiple underlying conditions, including but not…
Causes and Treatments of Nasal Polyps
Nasal polyps are growths caused by inflamed mucous membranes in the nasal passages and sinuses. These polyps can cause congestion, loss of smell and headaches, among other symptoms. They’re often caused by chronic diseases and can reoccur. Causes and Symptoms Nasal polyps occur most commonly among people with chronic rhinosinusitis. The polyps also occur with…
What To Know About Tympanosclerosis
Tympanosclerosis is a medical condition characterized by scar tissue on the tympanic membrane, commonly known as the eardrum, and within the middle ear cavity. This post-inflammatory disorder can lead to varying degrees of hearing loss and, in some cases, might not present any symptoms. Chronic inflammation in the middle ear is often cited as a…
