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Throat Cancer Basics: Risk Factors and Signs You Should See a Doctor

According to the National Cancer Institute, more than 65,000 people in the U.S. will develop some type of throat cancer this year alone. A small but complicated area of the body, the throat houses a multitude of fundamental systems that can become susceptible to the...

5 Questions You Should Ask When You Need To Find An ENT Doctor

When most people experience physical discomfort or difficulty, the first person they consult with is their primary care physician. Your primary doctor can do a lot for you when it comes to little every-day concerns like winter colds, minor infections, and achy joints....

6 Of The Most Common Ear, Nose And Throat Problems

6 Of The Most Common Ear, Nose And Throat Problems

Your ears, nose and throat help with important functions throughout your life, so when they aren't functioning normally, it can lead to serious problems. Because these parts of your body are connected, it's important to visit an ear, nose and throat doctor (ENT) to...

Recurring Ear Infection and Your Treatment Options

Recurring Ear Infection and Your Treatment Options

Did you know that five out of six people experience an ear infection before they turn three years old? This means the majority of the population has had a run-in with these often painful infections. While ear infections are especially common in infants and young...

How You Know It’s Time to See an Ear Nose and Throat Specialist

An ear, nose, and throat doctor (ENT) is a highly-trained, medical professional that specializes in and treats a patient's ears, nose, and throat health, as well as other areas of the head and neck. ENTs, or otolaryngologists, can diagnose and treat a variety of...

Snoring? Why Do Some People Do It and What Causes It?

Snoring? Why Do Some People Do It and What Causes It?

Most people snore occasionally. For chronic snorers, though, it is a problem not just for them but also for their partners. So, why do some people snore and others sleep silently and restfully? Snoring happens when the neck muscles relax during sleep so much that the...

Have Difficulty Breathing? The Answer Could Be Septoplasty.

It's a feeling some of us know all too well: congested, stuffy, obstructed breathing that leaves you gulping air through your mouth and struggling to sleep through the night. If your nose is perpetually "stuffed" — but you don't have a cold or allergies — then you've...

How Much Does Septoplasty Cost And Will My Insurance Cover It?

How Much Does Septoplasty Cost And Will My Insurance Cover It?

You've had trouble breathing through your nose for a long time. It often feels like something is blocking one or both of your nostrils, a sensation that persists both day and night. Not only does your nose constantly feel stuffy, but you've found yourself suffering...

Causes of Seasonal Allergies and Their Effective Remedies

Causes of Seasonal Allergies and Their Effective Remedies

Fall and spring are the best seasons when it comes to weather. The temperature is neither too hot nor too cold, unlike the scorching summers and freezing winters. Additionally, the weather is ideal for cozying around in a warm sweater, comfy flip-flops, and a warm cup...