When do you need sinus surgery?
Posted on April 17, 2019Sinusitis is more commonly a pesky, temporary condition that comes with a common cold rather than a serious concern. Typically, a primary care doctor will be the first person to treat you, and the symptoms will disappear within a few months with the use of some medications and antibiotics. However, there are cases in which
How can I test for food allergies?
Posted on March 6, 2019Food allergies are very common and affect around three percent of adults and six to eight percent of children. A food allergy is an immune reaction experienced after eating a certain type of food. In some cases, even a tiny amount of the food can trigger allergic reactions like swollen and blocked airways, hives, or
Ear Infections: An Overview
Posted on February 21, 2019Ear infections, also known as otitis media, is the inflammation of the middle ear. While it is usually diagnosed in children, it can also affect adults occasionally. Is it Serious? Ear infections may actually be more serious than you think. When left untreated, they can cause hearing loss. This can really affect children because it
What Exactly is Sleep Apnea?
Posted on February 5, 2019When your partner is sleeping, do you notice that they snore very loudly or seem to be gasping for air during sleep? Or perhaps you have heard this about yourself. If so, this may be a sign of sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that occurs when a person’s breathing is interrupted during
Understanding Ménière’s Disease
Posted on January 19, 2019Ménière’s disease is a condition of the inner ear in which the patient experiences vertigo, or a specific feeling of dizziness or spinning. The disease can also cause other symptoms including tinnitus or ringing in the ear, a feeling of pressure or fullness in the ear, and hearing loss which comes and goes. Usually, only