What To Expect at Your Child’s ENT Appointment
There are some conditions that your child’s pediatrician will treat, like the flu or a cold, and others where they may refer you to an ENT specialist. Let’s look at what an ENT specialist does and what you can expect from your child’s appointment. What Do ENT Specialists Treat? An ENT, or otolaryngologist, treats conditions…
How to Safely Manage Your Child’s Ear Discomfort at Home
When you notice your child tugging on their ear, or they start to complain of ear discomfort, it’s natural to want to try anything to help them. Unfortunately, many at-home methods can do more harm than good. Let’s look at a few dos and don’ts of at-home ear health management to help you find the…
Telling the Difference Between a Cold and a Sinus Infection
When you’re dealing with a stuffy nose and uncomfortable facial pressure, it can be tricky to identify the cause. Two common culprits include colds and sinus infections. Identifying a Cold A cold is an infection of your nose, sinuses and throat. It’s a common winter phenomenon that can spread easily from one person to another….
When To See an ENT for Persistent Sinus Congestion
An estimated 12% of the United States population has nasal congestion at any moment. While congestion is a relatively benign symptom, it can be annoying, potentially causing snoring, difficulty breathing and bland food. In many cases, something as simple as cold weather or a dusty room is behind your stuffy nose. If, however, your congestion…
Winter Dry Air and Nose Health: Preventing Cracks & Nosebleeds
Georgia is known for being relatively warm, but that doesn’t mean we don’t experience occasional cold snaps during the winter. When the weather cools, it’s essential to take care of your nasal health to prevent issues like cracked skin and nosebleeds. Let’s look at a few ways you can keep your nose hydrated and healthy…
Understanding and Managing Repeated Ear Infections in Children
For some families, ear infections are an ever-present concern. If your child seems to bounce from one ear infection to the next, an ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist can play a crucial role in finding lasting relief. Why Ear Infections Are So Common in Young Children Ear infections are common in early childhood. Most…
Can Christmas Trees Cause Allergies?
When you start sneezing, runny nose, coughing or itching in your home, it’s natural to wonder what’s behind the sudden rush of symptoms. You might initially blame excess dust or pet dander, but the holidays bring one more possible culprit: your Christmas tree. The Ins and Outs of Christmas Tree Syndrome Christmas tree syndrome is…
Holiday Health: Protecting Your Sinuses During Travel
Many people travel long distances during the holidays. Whether you’re flying, driving or taking the train, it’s essential to care for your sinus health during your journey to keep inflammation from ruining the destination. Why Is Sinus Care Important During Travel? Sudden temperature shifts, elevation changes, fluctuations in humidity and unfamiliar allergens can all stress…
Why Should I Start Allergy Immunotherapy in the Winter?
Nearly 20% of the U.S. population suffers from hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis. We tend to think of hay fever as an issue primarily affecting us in the spring, summer and fall. When trees in Dupree Park bloom in the spring and ragweed pollen starts floating through the air in the fall, it…
How To Manage Allergies on Thanksgiving
It’s hard to choose your favorite Thanksgiving dish. You might think it’s mashed potatoes during dinner, only to find yourself switching to pecan pie at dessert. Whichever dish you choose, you don’t want something like allergy-related congestion to get in the way of a tasty meal. How Do Taste and Smell Work? When you smell…
