Common Reasons for Ear Pain
Ear pain is a widespread issue that impacts people of all age groups. While it’s typically not indicative of a serious health issue, recognizing the primary causes can help in preventing further complications related to ear pain. Understanding the Main Causes of Ear Discomfort There are varying causes of ear pain, ranging in severity. For…
How to Care for a Broken Nose
Whether you enjoy contact sports, stumble over your shoelaces during a run at Fonthill Park or are just a little clumsy, you have likely experienced a blow to the face at least once. While many people will get away from a face impact without a scratch, some may instead experience a common type of injury—a…
Causes And Treatments of Nasal Polyps
Nasal polyps are benign growths in the sinus and nasal passages area. They’re known for causing symptoms such as loss of smell, congestion and headaches. Often associated with chronic inflammatory conditions, these polyps can recur despite treatment. Primarily, individuals suffering from chronic rhinosinusitis are at a higher risk of developing nasal polyps. These growths are…
What To Know About Dysphonia
Voice hoarseness, or dysphonia, is a condition many people encounter, often after spending a night out at a lively sports event at the Ford Center, attending a concert or even as a result of dry air. This alteration in the voice’s normal sound isn’t always a cause for concern, but identifying its cause and symptom…
What Is the Connection Between Dry Air and ENT Health?
People in the United States spend an average of 90% of their time indoors. When we spend a lot of time in one place, it’s crucial to ensure that place doesn’t negatively impact our health. Too much dry air in your home is one way that your environment can affect you. Let’s look at a…
What To Know About Tympanosclerosis
Tympanosclerosis is a post-inflammatory condition affecting the tympanic membrane, or eardrum, and middle ear. Tympanosclerosis can result in hearing loss or be asymptomatic and occurs due to chronic inflammation in the middle ear. There are various causes for tympanosclerosis, and the reason will determine the course of action for treatment. Symptoms And Causes Tympanosclerosis is…
Direct Laryngoscopy: What To Expect
You may have heard the term “voice box” before. Your voice box, also called your larynx, sits above your trachea (windpipe) and behind your esophagus. It makes it possible for you to call out to your friends at Armentrout Preserve, talk on the phone and sing your favorite songs. Not only does your voice box…
What To Know About Benign Laryngeal Tumors
A benign laryngeal tumor is a noncancerous growth in the throat. Benign laryngeal tumors can occur in children and adults and typically have a positive outlook due to being noncancerous. The most common symptom of onset is hoarseness, so if you’ve found yourself losing your voice during coffee chats at Top Hat Café, read on…
Why Am I Coughing at Night?
Feeling fine all day only to find that you have a persistent cough when it’s time to go to bed can seem a little strange, but there are actually a few different reasons this may happen. Common Causes of a Nighttime Cough Two common causes of a nighttime cough include gastroesophageal reflux disease and postnasal…
Why Do You Clear Your Throat (And How to Care For It)
Throat clearing, though a common occurrence, can become problematic when persistent, indicating underlying health issues and has the ability to damage your vocal cords. To ensure a healthy throat, it’s crucial to prioritize prevention and effective management strategies. Prevention Tactics Taking proactive measures to prevent persistent throat clearing involves adopting healthy habits and recognizing potential…