Why is My Throat Burning?
Numerous health conditions can cause the sensation of burning in the throat. Let’s take a look at a few of the more common ones as well as steps you can take to reduce your discomfort and manage your symptoms. GERD or LPR Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid regularly flows back up into…
What Causes Your Ears To Bleed?
Several different conditions can cause your ears to bleed. Some are relatively minor issues, while others are more serious medical conditions. Let’s examine three common causes of ear bleeding as well as home treatment options and when to see a doctor. Skin Injury To The Ear This is a fairly common issue and almost always…
What Does the Color of Your Earwax Mean?
Earwax, whether or not you think it’s yucky, is an important substance for the health of your ear. Not only does it lubricate the ear canal to keep it from getting dry and irritated, but it also traps debris and germs. According to an article published in the National Library of Medicine, “Ear wax only…
How Should I Prepare My Child for Ear Tube Surgery?
Ear tubes, known by ENT (ear, nose and throat) physicians as tympanostomy tubes (TT), are a common treatment for chronic or recurrent middle ear infections in young children. One article published in the National Library of Medicine in 2022 reports, “Almost 7% of all children will have a least one set of TT by 3…
What Causes Tightness in the Throat?
Feeling a tightness in your throat can be an unsettling sensation. Let’s examine a few of the more common causes of throat tightness, as well as when you should seek treatment. What Does a Tight Throat Feel Like? Throat tightness can feel different to different people. It has been described as feeling like: A band…
Is There a Link Between GERD and Certain Cancers?
While the occasional bout of acid reflux is unpleasant, it usually doesn’t require more than over-the-counter antacids from Sentry Drug. However, if you find yourself experiencing heartburn and or other reflux symptoms frequently, you may have what’s known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Not only can GERD symptoms negatively impact your quality of life, but…
What’s Behind Your Chronic Sore Throat
We’re at that point in the year where it seems like everyone is coming down with something. A lot of coughing, sniffling and sore throats. If your sore throat is from a respiratory infection like a cold, it usually goes away in a few days. However, if the soreness lingers for weeks or comes back…
What Causes Chronic Sinus Infections?
The sinuses are mucus-lined pockets in the face, located behind the cheeks, nose and forehead. They produce mucus to trap bacteria and debris. Sometimes, inflammation can cause the sinuses to become blocked, trapping the mucus and causing unpleasant symptoms. This is known as sinusitis or a sinus infection. When this happens short-term, it is said…
Why Is My Ear Hurting?
Ear pain has a number of different causes. Some of these will resolve on their own, while others may require medical treatment. Common Causes of Ear Pain Middle ear infection. Ear infections occur when fluid builds up in the middle ear. They often happen after respiratory infections. Children are much more likely to experience ear…
What Are Common Thyroid Disorders?
Your thyroid is a small gland in your neck that plays an essential role in your endocrine system. It is responsible for making hormones that regulate your body’s metabolism. Thyroid disorders are common problems that cause your thyroid to produce too much or too little hormone, inducing a range of unpleasant symptoms. Left untreated, they…
