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When to See a Specialist About a Sore Throat

Having a sore throat is no fun. You’re drinking warm tea with honey and taking pain relievers, but they aren’t helping. Learn when you should seek specialist care for a sore throat.

Mar 12th, 2026

What to Do When You Have an Earache, But No Infection

Ear pain isn’t fun. It can come on when you have a cold, other virus, or even allergies. Learn about home remedies that can help relieve pressure in your ear and ease your discomfort.

Feb 17th, 2026

How to Know if Your Child’s Snoring Is a Sign of Sleep Apnea

Does your child snore during sleep? At first it may seem slightly comical; you thought only adults snored. But could it be a sign of a health condition? Learn more about the symptoms of pediatric sleep apnea here.

Jan 21st, 2026

5 Tips for Managing Your Allergies During the Holidays

Living with allergies can become a bit more challenging during the holiday season. Festive events and travel can expose you to a number of allergens. Check out these tips to help you stay healthy.

Dec 11th, 2025

Is a Deviated Septum the Cause of Your Chronic Congestion?

Does your partner tell you that you have noisy breathing when you sleep? Do you sleep mostly on one side because it’s easier to breathe that way? You may have a deviated septum causing a nasal blockage. Learn more here.

Nov 11th, 2025

How Your Allergies Can Change in the Winter

Winter is around the corner. While ragweed is gone, different types of allergens can rear their heads during the winter months. Learn about protective strategies.

Oct 3rd, 2025

Why Does My Child Breathe So Loudly?

Do you hear your child when they breathe? Perhaps it’s a low-pitched sound or a wheeze. Your loved one needs to see a specialist who understands and treats noisy breathing.

Sep 2nd, 2025

What To Do If You Have Dander Allergies, But Want a Pet

You want a pet, but you’re allergic to cats or dogs. Don’t despair; it’s not a hopeless situation. Having a pet that produces dander can be manageable if you’re allergic to it — here’s what you can do.

Aug 1st, 2025

Could Your Child Have Tonsillitis?

Is your loved one crying because their throat hurts? When you look at their throat, does it have white spots? If so, your child has tonsillitis. It’s time to call the doctor for a same-day appointment.

Jul 1st, 2025

When to Consult Your Doctor About Nosebleeds

Nosebleeds often occur when you least expect them. Are your nosebleeds just an irritation that interrupts your day — or are they a medical problem? Here’s when nosebleeds should prompt you to consult a specialist.

Jun 4th, 2025

Will Eating Local Honey Actually Help My Allergies?

Has your spring been dampened by severe allergy symptoms? It’s no fun to go through a box of tissues in a couple of days. You’ve heard that consuming local honey might help. But would it really? Find out here.

May 6th, 2025

6 Ways to Avoid Strep When a Sore Throat Comes On

Viruses and bacteria aren’t just limited to one season — they’re always with us. Your body may give you clues when you’re about to get sick. Learn what to do when you feel a scratchy throat developing.

Apr 11th, 2025

How Ear Infections Can Impact Your Long-Term Health

Is your hearing suddenly blocked? You may have recently had a cold or virus, and now bacteria have spread to your ear. Learn why it’s important to have your ear infection treated promptly.

Mar 1st, 2025

How to Tell if Your Child Has “Noisy Breathing”

Do you hear noises when your infant or child breathes? If you’re hearing low or high pitched noises when your child breathes and the sound persists over time, seek expert attention from an ear, nose, and throat specialist.

Feb 1st, 2025

Signs You Could Benefit from Balloon Sinuplasty

Do you have chronic sinus problems? If you suffer from blocked nasal passages, sinus infections, sinus headaches, or other ongoing nasal issues, it’s time to investigate a minimally invasive procedure called balloon sinuplasty.

Jan 14th, 2025

How to Prepare for Your Sleep Study

Is getting enough sleep a problem for you? If lack of sleep is making your life difficult and impairing your functioning, you may be referred for a sleep study. Learn how to prepare for this overnight test.

Dec 2nd, 2024

Are There Long-Lasting Effects After My Child's Ear Infection?

Your baby is fussy and is holding their ear. Is it another ear infection? If your child has repeated ear infections, they should be seen by a physician who specializes in ear disorders.

Nov 1st, 2024

Will I Ever Grow Out of My Allergies?

Is this the time of year when you sneeze endlessly because of hay fever? Maybe your tough time of the year is spring when the trees start to bud. Will your allergies ever end? Learn about effective treatments.

Oct 10th, 2024

Why Am I Suddenly Struggling to Swallow?

If you’ve experienced a time when you couldn’t swallow your food easily, you know it can be frightening. Learn about common reasons for dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, and why you need the help of a specialist.

Sep 9th, 2024

3 Must-Know Causes of Vertigo and Dizziness

If you’ve ever had it, you know vertigo brings your world to a halt. It’s dizziness on steroids. Your world spins around and you lose your balance. Learn about three causes of this unsettling condition and how it’s treated.

Aug 15th, 2024

Why You Should Never Put Off Sleep Apnea Treatment

Do you feel like you never get enough sleep? You may have undiagnosed sleep apnea. Sleep deprivation has serious health consequences. Learn why it’s important to treat your sleep apnea.

Jul 26th, 2024

My Hearing Is Getting Muffled — Should I Be Worried?

Are you being cut off from conversations because you can’t hear what others are saying? If your hearing is muffled, it’s important to seek help from an ear specialist who can diagnose the cause and develop a treatment plan.

Jun 24th, 2024

Dealing with Sinusitis During Pregnancy

Have you had recurring bouts of sinusitis? What if you get a sinus infection when you’re pregnant? Learn about effective ways to handle a sinus infection during pregnancy.

May 13th, 2024

4 Reasons Your Throat Hurts at Night

Do you wake up at night to a sore throat? Is your throat frequently sore during the day even though you don’t seem sick? Make an appointment with an ear, nose, and throat physician to learn why your throat often feels sore.

Apr 9th, 2024

5 Signs Your Thyroid Is Off

Your thyroid gland is a small but mighty organ, regulating your body temperature, metabolism, and more. When its production is out of balance, you may feel that your body has gone haywire.

Mar 2nd, 2024

Tips for Beating a Sinus Headache

Are sinus headaches the bane of your life? Check out these tips for relief from the pressure a sinus headache brings to your eyes, cheeks, or nose so you have them at hand when needed.

Feb 1st, 2024

I Have Allergies — Will My Children Have Them As Well?

Do you cough or sneeze your way through the spring or fall? If you have young children or are thinking about having a child, you may wonder whether your allergies are going to be passed on to them.

Jan 8th, 2024

Reasons Why Your Voice Is Hoarse (And What to Do About It)

Does your voice often have a raspy quality? Perhaps it disappears sometimes when you try to speak. Hoarseness can signal a wide range of health issues that need medical attention.

Dec 14th, 2023

Do This Now If You Want to Avoid Sinusitis This Winter

Do you often have a stuffy nose that leaves you breathing through your mouth? Sinusitis symptoms may get no better in the winter, with all that cold, dry air. Check out these tips to keep you breathing freely.

Nov 15th, 2023

Why Does My Child Keep Getting Ear Infections?

Do you feel like you’re treading water because you have to keep taking your baby or toddler to the doctor for repeated ear infections? Learn why ear infections are more common in babies and small children and how they’re treated.

Oct 1st, 2023

Our Favorite Remedies for a Sore Throat

It’s easy to get a sore throat this time of year when the weather changes and allergies are active. Refresh your knowledge of effective remedies to soothe your sore throat.

Sep 1st, 2023

What Most Don't Know About Meniere's Disease

Do you sometimes experience vertigo or ringing in your ears, along with other strange symptoms? You may have Meniere’s disease. Ear disorders like this one are rare, but when they occur, they can disrupt your life.

Aug 1st, 2023

Tips for Surviving Summer Allergies

Allergens aren’t active only in the spring and fall — they’re around in the summer months, too. Check out our strategies for keeping summer allergies at bay.

Jul 5th, 2023

All About Chronic Sinus Headaches: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Solutions

Have you had enough of chronic nasal congestion and the headaches that always seem to come with it? Learn about what could be causing your painful symptoms and treatments that can relieve them.

Jun 1st, 2023

When Your Persistent Sore Throat May Be a Sign of GERD

You’ve had a sore throat off and on for a number of weeks. You think it might be allergies, but it could also be a not-so-common sign of GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease.

May 1st, 2023

I've Been Diagnosed with Meniere's Disease: Now What?

Have you recently been told you have Meniere’s disease? You’re seeking relief from the head-spinning vertigo attacks or the tinnitus that causes annoying sounds in your ear you can’t shut out. Learn about treatment options.

Apr 4th, 2023

Our Top Tips to Help You Nip Those Springtime Allergies in the Bud

Do you feel miserable from allergies in the spring when everyone else is enjoying the weather outside? Check out some commonsense tips for keeping those pesky allergies at bay.

Mar 8th, 2023

Living with Chronic Nasal Congestion — Can You Help Me Find Relief?

You’re seeking relief from the frequent inability to breathe out of one or both nostrils. It’s difficult to sleep at night. Learn about several proven methods to ease your chronic nasal congestion.

Feb 9th, 2023

3 Ear Disorders That Can Affect Adults and Children

Your hearing is one of your five senses, and it’s a critical one. Severe ear pain, hearing loss, and vertigo are all disabling conditions. Learn more about these ear disorders and how they’re treated.

Jan 4th, 2023

How Long Does It Take for Balloon Sinuplasty to Relieve My Symptoms?

Have you had sinusitis off and on all autumn or longer, requiring return visits to the doctor? A minor procedure called a balloon sinuplasty can bring an end to your sinus problems.

Dec 1st, 2022

What to Expect from Your First Telemedicine Visit for Sinus Problems

Since the start of the pandemic, telemedicine has become a popular type of appointment with your doctor. It’s comfortable and convenient; you don’t have to leave the house. Learn more about telehealth visits for sinus problems.

Nov 28th, 2022

Ear Infections: Adults Get Them Too

You have ear pain. Maybe your ear is itchy or feels full of fluid. Ear problems require the attention of a specialist, since you could have an infection. After all, it’s not just children who get ear infections.

Oct 1st, 2022

It’s Not Just Snoring: The Dangers of Sleep Apnea

You know you snore at night. Your partner may have even taped the sounds. If you snore and wake up feeling fatigued, you may have undiagnosed sleep apnea. Learn why treatment for this condition is important.

Sep 9th, 2022

Is It Allergies or Sinusitis?

You’ve got nasal congestion. Is it allergies or sinusitis? Should you call the doctor? Which one? Learn key differences between the two conditions and what you should do to feel better.

Aug 3rd, 2022

When Does a Sore Throat Warrant a Trip to the Doctor?

Sore throats are fairly common and usually resolve on their own. However, when the cause is a bacterial infection, such as with strep throat, plan on a trip to the doctor. Learn more about your sore throat and when you should seek medical attention.

Jul 13th, 2022