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What Are Hearing Aids?
While hearing aids are relatively common, many patients have the same questions about them when they are starting out with hearing loss treatment. During an appointment at Associates of Otolaryngology and Harvard Park Hearing and we can answer any questions you may have. However, you can also learn more before your appointment, so you feel
Rhinoplasty and Nasal Breathing
When you think about a nose job, you probably think about the use of cosmetic surgery to change the way your nose looks for aesthetic reasons. However, rhinoplasty isn’t always a purely cosmetic procedure. The outer nose is the doorway to your upper respiratory system, the nasal passages and sinuses. The term refers to a
Obstructive vs. Central Sleep Apnea: Key Differences and Treatment Options
One of the most common sleep disorders is sleep apnea. If you have this condition, your breathing is interrupted while you sleep. There are two main types of sleep apnea: central sleep apnea and obstructive sleep apnea. What Is Obstructive Sleep Apnea? Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common form of the sleep disorder. If
Is Your Sore Throat a Cold, Strep Throat, or Tonsillitis?
A sore throat is a pretty common symptom of a variety of conditions. Allergies, dry air, and even pollution can all cause your throat to become scratchy, irritated, and raw. How do you know if your sore throat is something serious? Is your sore throat caused by a common cold, or could it be strep
Nasal Septum Repair: What to Expect Afterward
A septoplasty is a surgical procedure that can correct a deviated septum. A deviated septum is when the septum, or the tissues that divide the nose between left and right, is pushed to one side. This can narrow the nasal passages and increase sinus infections, make it harder to sleep, and even cause breathing problems.
Prevention Of Swimmer’s Ear
Swimmer’s ear is not an uncommon problem, but you do not have to avoid the water to prevent it. You can take a few easy precautions to protect your ears so that you can enjoy your time in the pool. When you are done swimming, it is possible for water to get trapped in your
Allergy Shots
Allergies affect everyone differently. However, they can be more severe in some people more than others. In fact, when not treated, allergies may make life absolutely miserable. Thankfully, there are ways to significantly reduce the effects of allergies with allergy injections. Allergy injections are a form of immunotherapy, which is designed to alter the way
Allergy Drops
Do you suffer from environmental allergies? About 40% of individuals have some sort of allergy, but some develop more severe reactions than others. Allergies occur when your body reacts to environmental. Your body’s immune system responds to the allergen with a running nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. Since these allergy symptoms can be frustrating and
Everything you need to know about Allergic Rhinitis
Although they may seem harmless, allergies are a major problem for millions of people. Seasonal allergies disturb your daily life in many ways. From itchy water eyes to chronic sneezing or coughing, the symptoms can make life uncomfortable. Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, occurs when someone is exposed to a specific allergen in
Split Earlobe Repair: What to Know
Pierced or gauged ears are a popular look, but it’s a risk that they tear or split because of too much stretching, sagging, or injuries. In this case, it can come with a risk of infection or other complications if not repaired by an ENT specialist. If you’re in need of earlobe repair, then our