Author: Coastal Ear, Nose & Throat

Signs You Have A Deviated Septum

Some people are born with it, others develop it from a trauma. By definition, a deviated septum is when the bone and cartilage that divides our nose and nasal cavity is off center, misaligned, or crooked which makes one nasal passage smaller. Now that you know what it is, let’s learn more including some signs you have a deviated septum.

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In-Office Balloon Sinuplasty: What To Expect Before And After

Do you frequently suffer from chronic sinus infections with fatigue, nasal congestion, pain and pressure in the face and eyes, thick discolored drainage, bad breath, and coughing? These are just a few of the symptoms of chronic sinusitis. If this is you, Coastal Ear, Nose & Throat may have already recommended an in-office balloon sinuplasty. Continue reading “In-Office Balloon Sinuplasty: What To Expect Before And After”

Why Your Child Should Have A Back To School Hearing Exam

Many of our children are heading back to school for the first time in a while. They have been practicing at-home learning online for months, and they are about to step back into a classroom with all its assorted noises and distractions. In addition, some teachers and classmates will be wearing masks which can hinder how well kids hear what others are saying. These reasons are just the surface of why your child should have a back to school hearing exam.

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How Sleeping on Your Side Can Ease Sleep Apnea Symptoms

Sleep apnea is a common yet serious sleep disorder where a person’s breathing is interrupted many times during the night as one sleeps. Whether you know you suffer from sleep apnea or you suspect you might, keep reading to find out why and how sleeping on your side can ease sleep apnea symptoms plus its risks and causes.

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8 Techniques To Help Prevent Vocal Health Problems

We’re sure that the tenor Pavarotti knew exactly how to protect his voice and vocal cords as do Celine Dion and Lady Gaga today. Most of us normal folks don’t sing for a living or pay so much attention to our voices, although we should. Nevertheless, we normal folks do talk to communicate, so let’s look at 8 techniques to help prevent vocal health problems.

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