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Does My Child Have a Sinus Infection?

11/28/2022

Can children suffer from sinus infections? Your child’s sinuses are not fully developed until age 20. However, children can still suffer from sinus infection. Although small, the maxillary (behind the cheek) and ethmoid (between the eyes) sinuses are present at birth. Sinusitis is difficult to diagnose in children because respiratory infections are more frequent, and […]

What Are Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids?

10/24/2022

What Are Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids? Over-the-counter hearing aids are devices that you can buy directly from traditional retailers and pharmacies, like CVS, Walgreens or Costco, without a prescription or needing to meet with an Audiologist at Coastal ENT. Who Is a Good Candidate for OTC Hearing Aids versus Prescription Hearing Aids? OTC hearing aids […]

Why Do I Keep Having A Runny Nose?

09/26/2022

  Cold temperatures in winter months often lead to runny noses and frequent coughing. Deciphering whether symptoms are related to the common cold or something more significant, such as strep throat or tonsillitis, often requires a trip to the doctor’s office.  If symptoms are chronic or recurrent and medical therapy is not resolving the issue, […]

Do you have allergies or asthma from your own home?

08/16/2022

If you or a loved one suffers from allergies or asthma attacks then you know there are “triggers” that can bring on an attack. Some of the most common triggers are: Tobacco Smoke: Do not allow secondhand smoke near you, in your home, your car, or wherever you spend a lot of time Dust Mites: are in […]

Do I Have Vocal Cord Issues?

07/18/2022

Voice challenges come about when the lungs, voice box (larynx), or mouth are damaged. If you have voice issues, you may experience discomfort or pain in your neck as you speak, trouble reaching proper pitch, quality, or loudness of your voice. Anybody can develop a voice problem, but there are specific occupations that make it […]

Are there different types of hearing loss?

06/10/2022

Types of Hearing Loss Sensorineural Hearing Loss Sensorineural hearing loss, also known as “nerve loss,” is a result of damage to the microscopic hair cells within the inner ear and/or to the nerve of hearing. This damage can be due to genetics, advancing age, or noise exposure. If you are worried about hearing loss, call […]

How Can I Sooth My Sore Throat?

05/06/2022

Nobody likes a sore throat. In fact, it can be just plain miserable. When your throat is sore, you become painfully aware of the itching, burning and scratching every time you so much as swallow. Sore throats are most often caused by the common cold, and they tend to get better on their own, typically […]

Why Does My Throat Hurt in the Morning?

03/28/2022

The reason of a sore throat can be defined by the type of symptoms you have. This can range from an itchy sensation and painful swallowing to changes in your voice. Throat pain in the morning can be a result of postnasal discharges and reflux from the stomach. Why Does My Throat Hurt When I […]

Do you suffer when you try to breathe?

03/03/2022

What is nasal obstruction? Many people with nasal obstruction experience difficulty breathing through their nose, habitual snoring, interrupted sleep and fatigue. Nasal obstruction is often caused by anatomical blockage in the nose, hindering airflow. As a result, you may feel congested or “stuffy”. Home remedies and medications may offer temporary relief. It’s only when your […]

How can I help my baby with congestion?

02/15/2022

Every child will experience congestion, especially in the Winter months. This can be a hardship for babies and parents. Congestion can lead to poor eating and lack of sleep due to breathing issues. Infants do not know how to blow their nose, so we must help them! To start, it’s not always clear what’s causing […]