Symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options for common ENT conditions ranging from chronic sinus infections to balance disorders and pediatric ear health.
A child's cold can often be treated at home, according to HealthyChildren.org. Typically, an indication that an infant has a cold is when the baby has a runny or congested nose and the nasal mucus is generally clear at first but then becomes thicker and turns a greenish or yellowish color.
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A sinus infection, also known as acute sinusitis, happens when your nasal cavities become swollen and inflamed. Ear pain can result from pressure build up. Treating your sinus infection will ease your ear pain. Sinusitis is often caused by colds and allergies but can also be a result of other medical conditions.
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An infant has an immature immune system and in the first months of its life it will be exposed to many agents causing infections, allergies and reactions. A stuffy nose is one of the signs of an upper respiratory condition and is very common in babies.
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A persistent runny nose and cough can be treated in a number of ways, but many of these treatments do nothing to address the underlying causes. The only path to a cure for persistent runny nose and cough lies in understanding the real reasons for the presenting symptoms, notes Patient UK.
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Mucinex, whose generic name is guaifenesin, loosens up phlegm or mucus in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough it out. The expectorant is used to treat congestion due to infection, allergies or colds.
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Most people probably felt it at one time or another. A lump in the back of the throat that doesn't go away when they swallow or clear their throat and sometimes comes with a stuffy nose or an itchy throat. Post nasal drip is a common symptom of a cold or allergies that occurs when the nasal membranes become obstructed.
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Ear infections, one of the most common childhood ailments, can make a toddler miserable. His ears hurt, his head may ache and feel stuffy, and his ears might feel full of pressure.
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Inner ear problems can affect many areas of your life, including your vision and balance. You can develop an inner ear disorder after catching a cold, sustaining a head injury, having a stroke or contracting another degenerative medical condition, states the National Institutes of Health.
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When you have strep throat, you can blame the Streptococcus bacteria. In addition to a sore, aching throat, these harmful bacteria can lead to symptoms such as nausea, chills, loss of appetite and headaches. When you’re sick, you may wonder if you can continue your once-, twice- or three-times-a-day coffee habit.
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Bringing your baby home is a joyful and exciting experience. You need to monitor your newborn closely so that you can act quickly if she experiences a health problem. Nosebleeds in newborns are fairly common and typically relent following simple measures.
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Earwax in general is a necessary byproduct of the ears as way to stave off infection and provides a protective shield to the ear from dust, debris and other small particle_temps that might enter into the ear canal. It also helps to maintain the proper acid balance inside the ear. Its technical name is cerumen.
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Dysphagia is a condition characterized by difficulty chewing and swallowing and sometimes pain. People with dysphagia may be unable to swallow at all or may have difficulty swallowing liquids, solids or saliva. You may require a modified diet to help you meet your nutritional needs and prevent aspiration.
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Labyrinthitis is an inner-ear condition that can cause balance problems. The inner ear swells, generally after you've had a cold or respiratory infection, and interferes with the normal signals your brain receives concerning balance.
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Dizziness happens when your brain receives conflicting or erroneous messages from your eyes, ears or nervous system regarding your body’s place in your surroundings.
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It is not uncommon for people to report feelings of morning dizziness from time to time. Dizziness can emerge from many underlying causes, some benign and others more serious. A feeling of dizziness is purely subjective; the term is used to describe specific sensations among which much variation exists.
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According to the University of Maryland, most sinus infections are caused by bacteria, which are easily treated with prescribed antibiotics. In rare cases, a sinus infection may cause dangerous complications if not properly treated.
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Ear wax serves an important purpose; it protects the ear canal from bugs, dirt, debris and bacteria. In most cases, the ear cleans itself and ear wax causes no symptoms or problems. When ear wax accumulates and blocks the ear canal, coughing, ringing, pain, itching or hearing loss may result.
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Most nose bleeds are harmless but they can still be alarming when they occur in an infant. The most likely cause of an infant nosebleed is dryness or irritation. Sometimes an infant can manage to scratch the inside of the nose with a fingernail, but picking isn't usually a problem during the first year of life.
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An earache, or pain in the ear, is caused by conditions within the ear itself, the ear canal or the external portion of the ear, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Causes of the pain usually include an infection from fluid buildup.
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It isn’t unusual to find fluid in the human ear. This condition, known as serous otitis media, is relatively common in children, particularly those who are exposed to second-hand smoke, who are recovering from ear infections or who have allergies or colds.
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