When your nose won’t stop running and your head feels congested, it’s easy to blame yet another winter cold. But in many cases, lingering winter symptoms are in fact caused by allergies. Knowing the difference can help you choose the right treatment and know when it’s time to see an ENT specialist.
Ear pain is often assumed to mean one thing: an ear infection. And sometimes, that’s true. But in many cases (especially in adults), ear pain isn’t actually coming from the ear. This type of discomfort is known as referred ear pain.
Seasonal allergies are often dismissed as a nuisance: something you “power through” with tissues and over-the-counter meds. But when allergies go untreated, they can do more than cause sneezing and itchy eyes. Over time, they can play a significant role in the development of chronic sinusitis.
A stuffy nose now and then is normal, especially during allergy season or when you have a cold. But if your nose always feels blocked or you’re constantly reaching for tissues, you may be dealing with chronic nasal congestion. This ongoing stuffiness and inability to breathe normally can interfere with sleep,
Quality sleep is vital for our general health and our cognitive health. This is true regardless of your age from baby to senior. Anything that interferes with your sleep, especially if it is consistent, is detrimental to your quality of life.
Many young children always seem to have a runny nose, and moms are often there with tissues to keep things under control. But as an adult, a constant runny nose can be more than just an annoyance—it can be embarrassing. If you’re constantly reaching for tissues,
Experiencing bleeding from the ear can be alarming. While it’s not always a medical emergency, it’s a sign that something isn’t right and should never be ignored. From minor injuries to serious infections, understanding the causes and knowing when to seek professional help can prevent complications and protect your hearing health.
Tongue tie, or ankyloglossia, is a condition that affects a baby’s ability to move their tongue freely. With this condition, the strip of tissue (lingual frenulum) which connects the tongue to the bottom of the mouth is too tight, short,
Quality sleep is vital for our general health and our cognitive health. This is true regardless of your age from baby to senior. Anything that interferes with your sleep, especially if it is consistent, is detrimental to your quality of life.
Tongue tie, or ankyloglossia, is a condition that may seem minor but can have a significant impact on a child’s feeding, speech, and oral development. Whether you’re a new parent noticing feeding challenges or a caregiver navigating delayed speech, understanding the treatment options available—both surgical and non-surgical—can help you make the best decision for your child’s needs.
