A ruptured eardrum can be quite painful, or you may not even realize it has happened. Nevertheless, it is not something to take lightly or ignore as a ruptured or perforated eardrum can have some serious complications.
Continue reading “The 3 Most Common Causes of a Ruptured Eardrum”
We’re sure that many of the top celebrity singers of today know exactly what to do to keep their vocal cords in perfect health. Most of us don’t sing for a living or pay so much attention to our voices, although we should.
Continue reading “8 Ways to Save Your Vocal Cords From Long Lasting Damage”
Tinnitus comes from Latin meaning to ring or tinkle. 50 million Americans, or 15% of the population, suffer from this audiological and neurological issue. In simple terms it is a sound that no one else hears, like ringing in the ears. There are, in fact, additional sounds like buzzing, whooshing, hissing and clicking that a person with Tinnitus may experience.
When you have a child with severe allergies, every new day brings the risk of an allergic reaction. This risk multiplies when a child leaves the comfort of their 
home for adventures at a sleepaway summer camp.
Do not panic. Your child can certainly make it through the summer without an allergic reaction, but it is always best to be prepared.
Of course, you should always notify camp counselors, cafeteria workers, nurses, and any other relevant staff members of your child’s allergies.
It is also in your child’s best interest for them to have a detailed knowledge of their own allergies. This way, they can recognize any early signs and symptoms of an allergy and get help immediately. They can also be on the lookout for known allergens before an episode occurs.
A list is always an excellent idea to ensure that you have indeed packed all of the necessities for your child in order to treat and prevent a serious allergic reaction. Calamine lotion, anti-inflammatory medications, and epinephrine auto injectors are all high on the list of must-haves for your child this summer.
Also be sure to inform your child of each of these items and where they are located. It does very little good to have all the medications under the sun if your child cannot find what he or she needs while experiencing symptoms of an allergic reaction.
There are in fact certain summer camps that exist to provide special attention and services for kids with allergies. Such camps feature staff members that are all familiar with common allergies, their symptoms, and how to treat them.
Depending on your particular location, you may or may not be able to find one of these specialty camps close to your home. However, specialty camps are fairly common and should typically be located within a few hours of your residence.
It never hurts to have a second opinion in order to put your mind at ease. We highly suggest that if you are feeling overwhelmed or anxious about your child having a severe allergic reaction at their first sleepaway summer camp, you should schedule an appointment with your allergist in order to make sure that you have covered each and every area of your concern.
To see an ENT specialist here at Coastal Ear, Nose & Throat about the wide variety of allergy services that we provide, please call our Savannah, GA office today at (912) 355-2335 to schedule an appointment.
Anytime we see blood, it can be a little scary. With children who participate in sports, nosebleeds may occur if they have an injury to the face. Younger children are also susceptible at play should they take a tumble. When an adult suffers from a nosebleed, we get a bit more worried, but it is usually not a cause for concern.
Most common nosebleeds can be managed at home, so let’s look at why we get them, how to treat them, and when to consult a doctor.
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Coastal Ear, Nose & Throat is hosting a Hearing Event on February 27th and 28th that offers various audiology evaluations. The events will take place at both the Savannah, GA and Pooler, GA locations. Evaluations offered include:
Just as eye exams are a part of your routine health checks, your trusted physicians David Oliver, M.D. and Ian McLeod, M.D. at Coastal Ear, Nose & Throat advise annual hearing evaluations too. Learn more about the event below:
To schedule your hearing evaluations in Savannah, GA, contact Coastal Ear, Nose & Throat at (912) 721-7719 today.
Coastal Ear, Nose & Throat now has a new location in Pooler, GA. Thank you to everyone who came to our grand opening on November 14th. We are excited to bring the same level of care and passion to our new office. If you have any questions, or would like to schedule an appointment at our Pooler location, give us a call at (912) 355-2335.
Many people who suffer from allergy issues often believe that more dry climates, such as the desert, will help relieve their symptoms. While it may help some people, a more dry climate may actually make things worse!
Continue reading “Will Moving to a Drier Climate Relieve Allergies?”
Nosebleeds can be caused by many things such as physical trauma, allergies, or underlying diseases that affect the blood. While nosebleeds are usually minor, it is still important to properly treat them otherwise they can cause major issues.
