Symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options for common ENT conditions ranging from chronic sinus infections to balance disorders and pediatric ear health.
A sore throat is one of the most common symptoms of illness. There are any number of conditions and external factors that could cause your throat to become sore, depending on your personal state of health. And while a sore throat can be uncomfortable, it may also serve as a warning symptom of larger problems.
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Nasal drainage and eye itching are common symptoms of allergies, including seasonal or pet allergies. Other possible causes of these symptoms include exposure to irritants like smoke or dust and various other illnesses.
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Post nasal drip is a condition characterized by the sensation of constant mucus dripping from the nose through the back of the throat. This can result in various symptoms, depending on affected structures in the head and neck.
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A decrease in temperature can be among the causes of dizziness; direct contact with cold air or cold water during a walk outdoors might thus lead to this unpleasant sensation.
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Caffeine is a chemical substance found in nature in such plants as coffee beans, tea leaves and kola nuts. It can also be artificially created and is sometimes added to food products, including many sodas.
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When you feel dizzy and it seems as if the room is spinning, you may be undergoing a bout of vertigo. Vertigo is a symptom of an underlying condition that could range from an inner ear disorder to dehydration or a sudden drop in your blood pressure. Vertigo is a common experience that increases with age.
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Strep throat, medically referred to as group A streptococcal pharyngitis, is the most common of the acute bacterial throat infections. Strep throat should be treated with an antibiotic. While garlic is said to have antibiotic properties, it's not indicated as a form of treatment for the bacterial infection.
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If you love spicy food, you're probably well aware that your nose runs and your eyes water when you eat it. In fact, you may eat spicy food when your sinuses are congested in the hopes of finding some relief. Some spicy foods can help you clear a stuffy nose.
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Ear infections happen when fluid builds up inside the ear, giving bacteria or viruses a place to grow. Ear pain and fever can result. Although the National Institutes of Health says most ear infections resolve without causing additional problems, sometimes ear infections cause dangers beyond their immediate symptoms.
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Allergies are known for their reactions in the body such as sneezing, coughing and asthma-like symptoms. A less common symptom associated with allergies is trouble swallowing.
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Swimmerโs ear is a term used to describe outer ear or ear canal discomfort caused by infection, irritation or inflammation. It is formally known as otitis externa. If you get treatment for this disorder, you can usually resolve your symptoms in a matter of days.
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Tonsils refer to the paired tissues that are located toward the back of the throat. These tissues contain lymphocytes, cells needed to fight infection.
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Ear infections, also known as otitis media, are extremely common among children. The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders states that about 75 percent of children develop at least one ear infection by the age of 3.
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According to the American Academy of Otolaryngology, the nose contains a number of small blood vessels or arterioles, which can be easily broken and result in frequent nosebleeds.
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Nasal saline rinse, also known as nasal or sinus irrigation, is commonly recommended to manage the symptoms of sinusitis -- the swelling and inflammation of the sinus tissues. Sinusitis can be related to cold symptoms, allergies or other conditions which cause the nasal passages to become blocked and filled with fluid.
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A sore throat may be caused by bacteria, a virus, breathing through the mouth or a variety of irritants. If an illness is causing the sore throat, the glands that are located near the throat or your tonsils may be swollen as well, causing discomfort and difficulty swallowing.
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Strep throat, which causes a painful, scratchy sore throat, affects people of all ages. Most sore throats are caused by a virus and typically resolve on their own, but strep throat results from a bacterial infection of the throat and requires prompt treatment.
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A runny nose, often the result of excess mucus production in the nasal tissues, is a very familiar and often bothersome symptom which is usually caused by the common cold or allergies.
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If you suffer from allergies, sinus infections or even a stuffy nose, your doctor may recommend using a neti pot or another means of irrigating your nasal cavity and sinuses. This irrigation can help flush mucus and irritants including dirt, dust and pollen out of your nasal passages.
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Some of the causes of excessive ear wax are exclusive from other causes of wax accumulation in the ears. Dr. Timothy Hain, neurologist and professor emeritus at Northwestern University Medical School, suggests that some people are "wax producers," meaning they naturally produce more ear wax.
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