What to Know About Earwax Impaction and Chronic Ear Pain
Cerumen, or earwax, plays an important role in maintaining ear health. This naturally occurring substance lines the ear canal and captures dust, dirt and small debris to keep harmful particles from reaching deeper into the ear. Most of the time, earwax makes its way out of the ear naturally. However, in some cases, it can…
Cholesteatoma: Causes and Treatments
Cholesteatoma is an abnormal collection of skin cells that can form behind your eardrum. According to Stanford Medicine, cholesteatoma affects approximately one in 20,000 people. We review more about this condition below. How Does Cholesteatoma Form? Cholesteatoma begins as a buildup of earwax and skin cells that accumulate behind the eardrum. This can occur if…
How ENT Issues Affect Your Rest and What to Do About It
A good night’s sleep helps people feel healthy and energized, and sleep disturbances from ear, nose and throat issues could prevent that. Persistent snoring, sleep apnea and other ENT issues can impact sleep quality, leaving you feeling exhausted during the day. Understanding how the following ENT-related problems affect rest can help you get the deep,…
Common Springtime Causes of Ear Infections
Ear infections are a common health issue that can affect people of all ages. In fact, they are the most common childhood illness other than colds. They occur when bacteria or viruses cause inflammation and fluid buildup in the ear. While ear infections are often more frequent in children, adults can experience them as well….
Your Hearing Aid Maintenance Checklist
If you’ve found hearing aids that work well for you, you want to make sure they last as long as possible. The best way to do this is to develop a maintenance routine for your device. Some things you’ll need to do every day, while others you can perform less frequently. Caring For Your Hearing…
Tips for Traveling with Hearing Aids
As you plan your next trip, consider the benefits of bringing along your hearing aids and how to travel safely with them. Of the nearly 28.8 million Americans who could benefit from using hearing aids, only one in three actually uses them. Understanding how to best navigate day-to-day as a hearing aid wearer could help…
Is Laryngitis Causing Your Throat Symptoms?
If you’ve noticed that lately, your voice sounds weak or raspy when talking at work or ordering lunch from Tamp & Grind, it may be due to laryngitis. What Is Laryngitis? Laryngitis is an inflammation of your larynx that affects your vocal cords and causes changes to your voice. The condition is usually temporary, lasting…
Managing ENT Conditions During Cold and Flu Season
As cold and flu season approaches, many brace themselves for the familiar symptoms of congestion, coughing or sore throat. If you have chronic ENT conditions, the cold and flu season can also exacerbate those symptoms. Understanding how to minimize the impact of cold and flu season on your ENT health can help you stay comfortable…
When Should I See an ENT if I’ve Lost My Voice?
Losing your voice can be frustrating and unnerving—especially if you don’t know why. While many cases of voice loss resolve on their own within a few days, others could be symptomatic of an underlying condition and require ENT treatment. Let’s take a look at how your voice works, what the common causes of voice loss…
What to Know About Common Voice Disorders
Voice disorders can affect anyone and are identified when issues arise with the pitch, tone or other qualities of the voice. Since these disorders can stem from various causes, it’s important to consult an ENT if you experience any symptoms. Here, we look at three voice disorders that should prompt an ENT consultation. Polyps Polyps…
