A Comprehensive Guide for Caring for Your Child’s Overall ENT Health
Your child’s ear, nose, and throat (ENT) health is an important component of their overall health, affecting vital functions such as hearing, breathing and speech. Neglecting ENT health can lead to complications that may hinder their developmental progress or reduce their well-being. To protect and promote your child’s ENT wellness, here’s a guide to a…
Tips To Stay Healthy During Holiday Travel
When traveling during the holidays, taking care of your ear, nose and throat (ENT) health is essential to ensure a smooth and illness-free experience. Whether you’re hitting the road, taking a flight or boarding a bus or train, you’re likely to encounter cold and flu germs along the way. While this may feel concerning at…
When Should You Seek Treatment For Nosebleeds?
Nosebleeds, medically known as epistaxis, can be a common occurrence and are often not a cause for concern. However, there are instances where seeking medical treatment is necessary. Understanding the causes of nosebleeds and when to seek professional help can provide guidance on managing this issue. Causes of Nosebleeds Nosebleeds can be caused by various…
How to Know if Your Tooth Pain Is From a Sinus Infection
Tooth pain is a frustrating symptom that can disrupt your work and home life and keep you from enjoying your fun fall days at Constitution Park. Knowing the cause of your tooth pain can help you begin to treat it. Two common causes of two pain include: Let’s look at each of these a little…
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…
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…
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…
Is Cold Air Making My Nose Bleed?
Nosebleeds, known by medical professionals as epistaxis, aren’t just inconvenient—they can also be frightening. There are many factors that can cause a nosebleed, and many people believe cold air is one of them. We review the facts about this belief below. What One Study Shows One 2015 study published in the American Journal of Rhinology…
Why Are Colds More Common During Winter?
Winter is known as cold and flu season, but have you ever wondered why that is? New research shows that chillier temperatures may be playing a part in making us more vulnerable to the common cold. Study Indicates Cold Weather Can Affect Immune Response A new study, just published in December of 2022 found that…