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…
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…
Common Reasons For Ear Pain
Ear discomfort is a prevalent issue that affects individuals of all ages and frequently prompts a search for both relief and underlying reasons. Although it usually doesn’t signify a major health concern, it’s helpful to understand the root causes to prevent causes of ear pain from developing further. Common Causes of Ear Discomfort Treatment Options…
Why Is My Nose Runny?
A runny nose, while not usually a serious symptom, can quickly feel like a bothersome intrusion on your well-being. Learning what is causing your runny nose can help you implement a few symptom management tips and prevent sniffling from interrupting your daily life. Let’s take a look at a few common causes of your runny…
What Should You Do If Your Child Gets Something Stuck In Their Ear
Discovering an object lodged in your child’s ear may not typically be a cause for alarm, but if left untreated, it can potentially lead to ear trauma and subsequent hearing loss. Thus, it’s helpful to know what to do if you discover your child has something stuck in their ear. Common symptoms like crying, irritability…
What To Expect From An Ear Tube Procedure
An ear tube procedure is a surgical procedure utilized to minimize the effect of otitis media, or middle ear infections, commonly found in young children. If your child has this procedure, you may wonder what to expect and what you can do to best support your child. An ear tube procedure becomes necessary when the…
How Can You Treat Cobblestone Throat?
Cobblestone throat is the presence of pebble-like bumps in the throat. While not usually a cause for alarm, cobblestone throat can be annoying or uncomfortable. Depending on the cause of your cobblestone throat, you may experience symptoms including a dry cough, hoarseness, bad breath, fever, stuffiness, pain when you talk or swallow and a feeling…
How to Stay Safe While Getting ENT Care During COVID
After more than a year, COVID-19 is still a major problem. In order to lessen the burden on health care workers, many opted for telehealth visits with their provider or simply put off seeking non-emergency medical care. Fortunately, Red River ENT is open for in-person visits, and our staff is following proper protocols to keep…
