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A Guide to Allergy Awareness and Management
Allergy season runs from spring to fall. In Indiana, that usually means tree pollen in the spring, grass pollen in the summer and weed allergies in the fall. If you’re one of the over 100…
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Why Do I Lose My Voice So Easily?
You probably expect your voice to be a little raspy or gravely after a long night of singing along at an Embassy Theater concert. That’s completely normal. But if your voice frequently turns hoarse with…
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What Should I Do if My Ear Is Full of Water?
Almost everyone has experienced that unpleasant sensation of water in the ear. Whether you took an extra-long shower or spent the day at the Northside Park Swimming Pool, knowing how to deal with waterlogged ears…
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Why Do My Ears Feel Clogged?
A clogged feeling in your ears comes from an issue with your Eustachian tubes—the thin canals that run from your middle ear to the back of the throat and nose. Normally, your Eustachian tubes drain…
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Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) Northeast Indiana’s Premier APD Provider
What Is Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)? Auditory Processing Disorder (APD), also known as Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD), is a condition where the brain has difficulty processing sounds. This isn’t a problem with hearing itself,…
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Understanding Tonsil Stones: Causes, Symptoms & Removal Options
If you’ve ever experienced persistent bad breath or a sensation like something’s stuck in the back of your throat, you might be dealing with tonsil stones. These small, hardened calcium deposits form when debris—like food…
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How To Boost Your Swallowing Therapy With At-Home Exercises
Difficulty swallowing can interrupt tasty meals or even take the joy out of your favorite Penny Drip latte. When you seek treatment for a swallowing disorder, medically known as dysphagia, your specialist will go through…
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Dining Out With Dysphagia: How To Stay Safe and Enjoy the Experience
Having a meal in one of Fort Wayne’s amazing restaurants is a great way to spend time with friends, or even just a nice way to avoid doing dishes. For people with dysphasia, however, dining…
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The Role of Diet in Managing Dysphagia: Foods to Eat and Avoid
Finding the right foods to eat when you’re struggling with a swallowing disorder (dysphagia) can be challenging, especially when all your favorite foods are suddenly out of the equation. The good news is that there…
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What Are My Treatment Options for Swallowing Disorders?
Swallowing disorders, or dysphagia, occur when something disrupts the process of moving food or liquid from the mouth to the stomach. Disruptions can arise in one of these three stages: Let’s take a look at…