What Causes a Chronic Cough?
A chronic cough is a cough that lasts eight weeks or longer in adults or four weeks or longer in children. It can get in the way of enjoying your life fully and may be indicative of an underlying health problem. Let’s examine a few common causes of a chronic cough, as well as potential…
The 8 Sounds of Summer That Can Harm Your Hearing
When the temperature rises, so do the number of noisy activities that could potentially damage our hearing. There’s no need to worry, though. By knowing what they are and remembering to protect your ears, you can keep yourself safe and enjoy all that the season offers. Sun’s Out, Fun’s Out—and Earplugs Are In Noise-induced hearing…
How Is Acid Reflux Diagnosed & Treated?
Acid reflux refers to when the contents of your stomach flows back into the esophagus, which is the tube that connects your throat to your stomach. When this condition is chronic, it is known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). In this post, we review how GERD is diagnosed and treated. How Is GERD Diagnosed? To…
Does My Child Have a Speech Delay?
Speech delays and disorders are common. In fact, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “Nearly 1 in 12 (7.7 percent) U.S. children ages 3-17 has had a disorder related to voice, speech, language, or swallowing in the past 12 months” and “5 percent of U.S. children ages 3-17 have a…
Changes Coming at our Valley Forge, Ear, Nose & Throat Associates Division
Pinnacle ENT’s Pottstown and Phoenixville offices are relocating this June! Starting on June 13, 2022, you can access the same exceptional care you’ve come to expect from our Valley Forge Ear, Nose & Throat Associates Division at our new Limerick office. We are excited to welcome you to this fresh, new space where you’ll see…
Does Your Child Have Glue Ear?
Glue ear is a condition that occurs when the middle ear becomes filled with a thick, glue-like fluid. It’s much more common in children than adults because children’s Eustachian tubes are narrower. While it often resolves on its own, it can sometimes have serious health repercussions if left untreated. In fact, glue ear is one…
Can Allergy Drops Help My Child?
Suppose your child experiences watery eyes and a runny nose every time they play at Broughton Park. In that case, they may benefit from treating their allergies with sublingual immunotherapy, otherwise known as allergy drops. What is Immunotherapy? Immunotherapy is a form of treatment that builds tolerance to an allergen by introducing it to the…
Untreated Hearing Loss Could Be the Cause of Your Depression
Everyone feels blue sometimes. However, if you have untreated hearing loss, you may find that these feelings tend to occur more frequently, linger longer and, for some people, won’t go away. That’s because having untreated hearing loss puts you at a greater risk for mental health problems, including depression. According to recent research,…
Why Does My Child Have Chronic Ear Infections?
Painful ear infections are a rite of passage for most kids. (Remember yours? Ouch.) Most ear infections either resolve on their own or are effectively treated by antibiotics. But sometimes, ear infections or fluid in the middle ear may become a chronic problem leading to other issues, such as hearing loss, poor school performance or…
New Study Reveals Sleep Apnea Can Age You
Scientists know that sleep apnea can be a bit of a nightmare for your overall health, contributing to heart problems and other medical issues. And now there’s a new cause for concern that could keep sleep apnea sufferers up at night—a recent study shows that the condition can age you. How Does Sleep Apnea Speed…
