Three Causes of a Runny Nose
A runny nose is essentially just excess nasal drainage. It can be thin and clear or more mucous-like. A runny nose, sometimes referred to as rhinorrhea or rhinitis, can be caused by many different factors, from illness to eating spicy foods and even exercise. Let’s look at three common causes of a runny nose, as…
How Can Summer Impact My Sinusitis?
Sinusitis, an inflammation of the tissues in your sinuses, is one of the most common reasons for clinical visits in the United States. Symptoms of sinusitis often include facial pain, congestion, runny nose, pain in the upper back teeth and a low fever. While we associate many illnesses with the winter, factors like allergies and…
How to Safely Remove Water from Your Ears
Getting water trapped in your ears after a shower or swim is a common annoyance. Knowing how to remove this water safely and effectively can prevent discomfort and potential complications. Let’s explore how water gets stuck in the ear, the importance of prompt removal, and safe methods to remove it. Understanding Water in Your Ears…
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…
