What Parents Should Keep in Mind About Their Children’s ENT Health
Ear, nose and throat conditions are among the most common reasons that parents bring their children in to see a doctor. In some cases, children are referred to otolaryngologists, also known as ENT physicians. Below we review some of the reasons you should bring your child to an expert ENT. Snoring While it’s common for…
Three Common Causes of a Sore Throat
A sore throat brings millions of Americans to the doctor annually. In fact, research suggests that “about 10% of people present to primary healthcare services with a sore throat each year.” Many different things can cause a sore throat. Let’s look at a few of the more common causes as well as what you can…
What Is a Deviated Septum & How Is It Treated?
The section of bone and cartilage that separates the nasal cavity is called the septum. When the septum is off-center, it is said to be deviated. While in most cases a deviated septum does not cause any problems, in severe cases, it can result in complications. If this is the case, surgery may be necessary….
If Your Doctor Has Recommended a Mastoidectomy, Here’s What You Should Know
If your doctor has recommended a mastoidectomy, you may have a lot of questions, like what’s a mastoid? The mastoid is the part of your skull located behind your ear. It’s filled with air cells made of bone that are shaped like honeycomb. A mastoidectomy is a surgical procedure that is usually recommended to remove…
Does My Child Have a Speech or Language Delay?
Speech and language delays, also a potential sign of pediatric hearing loss, are quite common in children. The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders reports that, “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…
What Is Childhood Sleep Apnea & How Is It Treated?
Approximately 1-5% of children between the ages of two and eight experience childhood obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep. These pauses are due to the soft tissues in the mouth and throat collapsing into the airway. It is essential to diagnose and treat childhood OSA quickly to prevent…
What are Voice Disorders and How are They Treated?
Have you noticed that your voice has started to quiver or sound hoarse when you’re at work or out to dinner with friends at The Local? If it only happens occasionally, it’s likely nothing to worry about. However, if you are having persistent issues, it could be a sign you have a voice disorder. What…
Christmas in July Hearing Aids Giveaway
One of the five symptoms of hearing loss is avoiding social gatherings. This leads to a disconnect with people. Hearing loss is the third most reported physical condition, following arthritis and heart disease. It can strike people of all ages, with 48 million Americans reporting some degree of hearing loss. Do you have a friend…
What the Different Colors of Your Snot May Mean
Your body produces about 1.5 liters of mucus per day, which is made up of water with proteins, antibodies and salts. While most of it is swallowed and dissolves in the stomach, some of it comes out of your nose; this mucus is known as snot. The color of your snot can actually provide clues…