What to Know About Managing and Treating Pediatric Glue Ear
Glue ear (also known as otitis media with effusion) is a common condition affecting approximately eight out of every ten children before age ten. Characterized by the accumulation of sticky fluid in the middle ear, glue ear can cause symptoms including: Let’s look at a few causes of glue ear and what you can do…
Can Steam Inhalation Clear Your Congestion?
A stuffy nose is annoying. It can interrupt your sleep, cause snoring, impair your breathing, disrupt your sense of smell and taste, cause sinus headaches and more. For the approximately 12% of the U.S. population living with nasal congestion at any given time, relief can feel like a miracle. Let’s explore some causes of nasal…
Exploring Surgical Conditions for ENT Conditions: Risks and Recovery
ENT conditions frequently prompt visits to urgent care, and occasionally, surgical intervention becomes necessary. Thanks to medical advancements, surgeries addressing these conditions have become safer and more effective. Together, let’s explore three common ENT surgeries and highlight their benefits, potential risks and the recovery processes involved. Common ENT Surgeries Ear Tube Placement This procedure involves…
The Impact of Smoking on ENT Health
Smoking is widely recognized for its detrimental impact on physical health, with serious risks including cancers of the head, neck and throat, as well as stroke, heart attack, emphysema and other diseases. In fact, the CDC identifies smoking as the leading cause of preventable deaths in the U.S. ENT Conditions The way smokers inhale cigarette…
Common Reasons for Ear Pain
Ear pain is a frequent concern across all age groups, often leading to a quest for finding both the cause and some relief. While it typically doesn’t indicate a serious health issue, recognizing why ear discomfort occurs can help to prevent future ear pain. Understanding the Roots of Ear Pain Earaches can arise from various…
What Is Otorrhea and How Can You Manage It?
Otorrhea refers to the abnormal discharge or drainage of fluid from the ear. It can be caused by various factors, including infections, trauma, foreign objects or underlying medical conditions. Managing otorrhea involves identifying and treating the underlying cause. Let’s look at a couple of steps you can take toward identifying the cause of and managing…
The Hidden Impact of Dry Air: How To Protect Your ENT Health
In the United States, people spend an average of 90% of their time indoors, whether at home, work or school. Because we spend so much time indoors, the quality of the air we breathe can have a significant impact on our health. Dry air has been identified as a potential cause of certain ear, nose…
What Does Fluttering in The Ear Mean?
Experiencing a fluttering sensation in the ear can potentially be an uncomfortable experience. It can feel akin to the gentle beating of a butterfly’s wings deep within the ear canal. While usually not indicative of a serious health issue, this sensation can nevertheless affect your hearing and your daily life. Understanding the Causes of Ear…
Ways To Relieve a Dry Nose
Winter weather or sickness may be leaving your nose feeling extra dry. This is likely harmless, but it can also cause uncomfortable or painful symptoms. Dry nose is an actual medical condition known as rhinitis sicca and can prompt you to search for some home remedies to find relief. Potential Symptoms A dry nose is…
What To Know About Benign Laryngeal Tumors
A benign laryngeal tumor is a noncancerous growth found in the throat that can occur in anyone. These tumors are generally not harmful and are associated with good health outcomes due to their noncancerous characteristics. An early sign of these tumors is usually a rough or hoarse voice, so if your chat at Rao’s Baker…
