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Why Do I Keep Getting Ear Infections as an Adult?
Many of us have childhood memories of earaches keeping us home from school, but ear infections can persist into adulthood, sometimes turning into a recurring issue. An ear infection, or acute otitis media, occurs when…
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How Can I Find Relief From Sinus Pressure?
When you have sinus pressure, it can feel like a persistent, aching tightness around your face. This discomfort occurs when the membranes lining your nasal passages become swollen or irritated, often due to colds, allergies,…
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Best Practices for Ear Hygiene
Maintaining good ear hygiene helps protect your overall ear health, which can impact your hearing and ENT health. Ears are naturally self-cleaning, but there are important practices to follow that can help keep them healthy.…
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When To Consult An ENT For Your Vertigo
Feeling lightheaded after skipping breakfast or standing up too quickly is not usually a big deal. However, if you frequently feel like the world around you is spinning, you might be dealing with vertigo. What…
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What Is the Link Between Ear Infections & Hearing Loss in Children?
According to a study published in JAMA Pediatrics, “Acute otitis media is one of the most common illnesses evaluated by pediatricians. About 50% of all children will have at least one ear infection by the…
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What is the Exhalation System for Sinus Relief
Sinus infections can significantly diminish your quality of life with symptoms like headaches and nasal congestion. While traditional treatments such as nasal sprays and oral medications can provide relief, a method known as the exhalation…
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What to Know About Deviated Septum
A deviated septum is a condition that many people may not even realize they have. However, if symptomatic, it can cause difficulty breathing and other issues. The septum is the wall dividing the center of…
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Tips for Managing Pediatric Sinus Infections
Sinus infections are an inflammation of the air-filled spaces behind the forehead, nose and cheeks. Children are particularly susceptible to sinusitis because their sinuses do not fully develop until they reach their teenage years, making…
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Summer and Sinus Infections: What You Need to Know
Sinus infections are an inflammation of the tissue lining your sinus. Typically associated with facial pain, nasal congestion, runny nose, discomfort in the upper back teeth and a mild fever, sinus infections are one of…
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How To Relieve Ear Pressure
Ear pressure, often referred to as barotrauma, can be an uncomfortable and sometimes painful experience. It occurs when the Eustachian tube becomes blocked due to altitude or pressure changes. Let’s explore why ear pressure occurs…