Childhood is full of little medical rites of passage. Every kid eventually catches a nasty ear infection or a bad case of strep throat. Before the release of its vaccine, adults of a certain age remember catching chicken pox and missing a week of school to stay home and resist the urge to scratch. But […]
You know that your sinuses exist. Whenever you catch a cold or your allergies flare up, the congestion gives you an unpleasant reminder. However, you may not have thought a lot about exactly what your sinuses are, how they work, and why allergic reactions give them so much trouble. Take a closer look at the […]
When the temperatures drop in the winter, you may experience some illnesses such as the flu, strep throat, or a cold. A dry nose is another illness you may suffer from during the holiday season. Learn about some effective ways to treat a dry nose. Humidifier One of the main reasons you may suffer from a […]
Your ears, nose, and throat, like any other part of your body, can suffer from a wide range of problems. From issues with sleeping to swallowing, these problems can be detrimental to your health. Some issues you can’t always identify yourself, which is why it’s essential to get a proper look from an ENT doctor. […]
Children are prone to getting sick, and they don’t always know how to express what’s wrong. As such, it can be difficult to figure out when something may be more serious and require medical attention. As a parent, you must make these decisions for them, even though you can’t feel their symptoms. We share some […]
Nosebleeds tend to happen now and then, and several sources can induce them. Since they’re hard to control, nosebleeds are an inconvenience to many. You’ll likely get blood on clothing and other objects around you. Considering blood is hard to remove from clothes, furniture, and more, you’ll want to use these tips for stopping a […]
Summer in Houston is nearing its end, and fall and winter await. With the seasons changing, it becomes quite common to catch some sort of sickness. There are many sicknesses our bodies can catch, and we need to be aware of what they all are. Some of the most prevalent infections we can catch are […]
Seeing an ENT (Ear, Nose, Throat) Doctor There are many reasons someone might consider seeing an ENT. ENT doctors commonly are known as asthma doctors, allergy doctors, and they help with illness such as strep throat and other common bugs. When people get sick, it is often tempting to just tough it out and not […]
What is an ENT? An ENT, or ear, nose and throat specialist, is a doctor who specializes in otolaryngology, a medical field that addresses issues affecting ear, nose and throat. The easiest place to find an ENT is at your allergy clinic. What does an ENT do? ENT specialists typically treat common conditions including allergies, […]
Having a nosebleed in the middle of winter may be your normal, but it shouldn’t be. If you notice that when the temperatures drop outside that your nose gets drier and drier, it may be due to a variety of things. But, if you experience nosebleeds in addition to having a dry nose, then we […]
