The Difference Between Allergic and Nonallergic Rhinitis
Rhinitis is a reaction in the body that causes nasal congestion, runny nose, itching and sneezing, most often caused by inflammation. The three most common types of rhinitis include: The main differences between allergic and nonallergic rhinitis are the causes of each condition. What Are the Causes of Allergic and Nonallergic Rhinitis? Over 50 million…
What Happens to Your Sinuses When You Quit Smoking?
You already know that smoking can pose a severe threat to your health. It can damage your lungs and heart, as well as areas you might not think about, like your sinuses. The good news is research has shown that quitting smoking can help improve sinus symptoms. Sinus Problems Made Worse by Smoking Just like…
Childhood Nutrition Can Impact Hearing Health in Adults
Proper nutrition is essential for healthy development in children. Without it, many health problems can arise, including an increased risk of hearing loss. Research Links Poor Childhood Nutrition to Increased Hearing Loss Risk A study from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health examined the link between childhood nutrition and hearing loss by testing…
Poor Air Quality May Lead to Chronic Sinusitis
Poor air quality can be hazardous to your health in many ways, including increasing your risk of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), otherwise known as chronic sinus infections. Research Links Poor Air Quality to Higher Rates of Chronic Sinus Infections A 2021 study from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine looked at data from 6,102 adults to…
A Music Lover’s Guide to Hearing Aids
If you love going to concerts or can spend hours perusing through Graywhale Entertainment, chances are music is very important to you. If you use hearing aids, you might be concerned that you won’t be able to hear songs the way you used to. The good news is that hearing aid technology has improved their…
Avoid These Mistakes When Caring for Your Sinus Infection
Many people have experienced a cold or other virus that turns into a sinus infection. In fact, researchers found that “over a one-year period, there were up to 73 million restricted-activity days related to sinusitis.” The good news is that for a lot of people, the symptoms of sinusitis, like nasal congestion, runny nose and…
Don’t Let Hearing Loss Get in the Way of Your Summer Barbecue Fun
Casual backyard cookouts or more formal barbecues in South Fork Park can be a fun way to spend time with friends and family in the summer. Knowing how to accommodate for your hearing loss during the events can help make them fun and stress-free. Take a look at our list of helpful tips for having…
What Are the Best Types of Earplugs for Preventing Swimmer’s Ear?
Summer is here, and it’s looking to be a hot one. One of the best ways to cool off during a hot Utah day is to take the whole family for a swim somewhere like West Jordan Pool. However, if you or your child is prone to ear problems, it may be a good idea…
Is my Earache caused by a Cold or an Ear Infection?
Colds can cause symptoms like sneezing, coughing, runny nose, sore throat and ear pain. If your earache is from a cold, it is caused by the inflammation of the eardrum from the infection. But how do you know if a cold or an ear infection is causing your ear pain? Let’s take a closer look…
How Is Eustachian Tube Dysfunction Treated?
The Eustachian tubes connect the middle ear to the back of the throat. They have two main jobs: allowing fluid to drain from the middle ear and allowing air pressure to equalize between the middle ear and the environment. When the Eustachian tubes can’t do their jobs, they are said to be dysfunctional. One 2018…