Common ENT Symptoms to Look Out for This Year
There are many conditions that can affect the ears, nose and throat. These conditions can range in severity in terms of how much your quality of life is affected. Fortunately, an ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor can diagnose and treat a wide range of ENT disorders. In this post, we review common ENT symptoms…
Ways To Relieve Sinus Pain
Sinus pain, or sinusitis, can put a real damper on your daily life, from going to work to enjoying a holiday meetup with friends at Pine Point Grill. The good news is that most can be treated at home and your symptoms will improve within 10 days. If you’re currently dealing with sinus pain, continue…
Does Swallowing Change with Age?
According to a study published in the journal Clinical Interventions in Aging, “Aging leads to declining tongue pressure and motor function of the lips. It is possible that swallowing function declines in older individuals when meal consumption is prolonged, especially at the end of mealtime, as a result of their efforts in [chewing] and swallowing.”…
Reasons Why You Might Feel Dizzy
If you find yourself feeling a little unsteady while gardening or out for a walk at Scarborough Park, you may wonder if it’s something serious. Dizziness is a common symptom of many different conditions, some of which are more serious than others. One of the most common causes of dizziness is vertigo caused by an…
Is Your Hearing Loss the Result of Earwax?
Earwax, known medically as cerumen, is a substance naturally produced by the ear canal. It is made up of oil, sweat, dead skin cells and dirt. Earwax has several important jobs: trapping dirt and bacteria that enters the ear, moisturizing the skin in the ear canal to prevent irritation and acting as a natural insect…
What Is a Cholesteatoma and How Do ENTs Treat It?
A cholesteatoma is an abnormal but noncancerous mass of skin cells in the middle ear. If left untreated, they can continue to grow and cause health complications that can range from mild to severe. What Causes a Cholesteatoma? While sometimes present at birth, cholesteatomas are often the result of frequent middle ear infections. They can…
Struggling to Smell? Here’s What May Be Causing It
When you partially or fully lose the ability to smell the delicious food at The Bait Shed, it is known as anosmia. Anosmia may be temporary or permanent, depending on the cause. It’s important to see a doctor if you experience anosmia in case it’s a symptom of a serious underlying condition. Below we review…
How Can I Prevent Ear Infections?
While ear infections are usually not serious, they can be a painful and unpleasant experience. This is especially true for people who experience frequent infections or who have a child who does. The good news is there are several prevention methods that can help reduce the risk of ear infections. Who Is at Risk for…
What Is Nasal Valve Collapse & How Is It Treated?
The nasal valve is the narrowest part of the nasal airway, located in the lower to middle part of the nose. Its primary function is to limit airflow. Because the nasal valve is already narrow, any additional narrowing can restrict airflow too much, or even cause a blockage. Nasal valve collapse occurs due to trauma…
How Having Narrow Nasal Passageways May Affect Your Wellbeing
The nasal passageways are the openings that extend from your nostrils to the top of your throat that allow you to breathe through your nose. If you have narrow nasal passageways, not only can it affect your ability to breathe while working out at Foley’s Fitness, it can have other effects on your wellbeing, as…