Symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options for common ENT conditions ranging from chronic sinus infections to balance disorders and pediatric ear health.
Beer contains various ingredients that may cause irritation in your throat if you have certain medical conditions. Common conditions that can cause soreness in your throat from drinking beer include sulfite sensitivity, grain allergies and alcohol intolerance.
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MayoClinic.com states that adult ear infections are uncommon and are treated similarly to childhood ear infections. The New York Times reports that 15 to 30 million doctor visits are the result of ear infections annually.
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Mucus in the chest is a common result of bronchitis, allergies, post nasal drip and pneumonia. Choosing the right medication to reduce the amount of mucus in the chest depends on the condition causing it.
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A sinus infection is the inflammation of the sinus cavity due to a virus, bacteria or fungus, according to MedlinePlus.
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The sinuses are made of small cavities that are lined with mucus membranes. A sinus infection is the inflammation of the sinus cavity that causes the mucus membranes to swell and produce high levels of mucus. The pressure caused by sinus inflammation results in sinus headaches felt in the eyes, ears and temples.
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A bad cough and a sore throat are common symptoms that are found together. According to MedlinePlus, the cough reflex is initiated by throat irritation. Once someone begins coughing, the cough can further aggravate the throat, leading to a consistent cough.
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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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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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Food allergies seem common but only affect around 4 percent of adult Americans, according to the Mayo Clinic. Food allergies are more common in young children, who often outgrow the allergy by the age of 5. Common food allergens include fish, nuts, peanuts, eggs, milk, soy and wheat.
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A sore throat with the feeling of a lump is associated with post nasal drip, according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology.
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A sore throat without congestion is commonly caused by pharyngitis, an infection in the pharynx, according to MedlinePlus. Pharyngitis is the most common reason people visit a family doctor, according to the Merck Manuals. A sore throat with congestion is commonly caused by allergies, postnasal drip or the common cold.
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A runny nose when you eat, or gustatory rhinorrhea, is still something that is considered common. If you develop a runny nose every time you eat specific foods, call your doctor to discuss the symptoms and treatment options. The runny nose may be a sign of another medical condition unrelated to eating.
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Delta Airlines states that each person has small pockets of air located throughout the sinus cavity. If those pockets become inflamed from a sinus infection it can lead to complications while flying. Flying with a sinus infection is not recommended by MedlinePlus and should be avoiding if possible.
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A common symptom of a food allergy is nasal congestion. Nasal congestion is the result of inflammation in the sinus cavity that leads to swollen and irritated sinuses, according to the University of Maryland. Nasal congestion from food allergies is treatable, but a food allergy is not curable.
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Consuming foods that trigger an allergic reaction places you at greater risk of developing secondary infections. Most symptoms from a milk allergy are the result of inflammation throughout the body. An ear infection can occur if you continue to ingest dairy products with a milk protein allergy.
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Sinusitis describes inflammation of lining of the sinuses, air-filled spaces in the facial bones around the nose and eyes. Thirty million cases of sinusitis are diagnosed annually in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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While dairy products do not cause tonsil stones, an allergy to dairy may cause similar symptoms as tonsil stones. Tonsil stones are small stone-shaped balls that form in the tonsils from trapped debris that builds up in the tonsils.
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