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How to Combat a Dry Nose in the Winter

01/05/2024

In winter, cold outside air and heated indoors can make people’s noses dry and uncomfortable. This can lead to irritation and pain. Luckily, there are effective strategies to help reduce this condition and make the winter months more comfortable.

Understanding and Managing Postnasal Drip

04/21/2025

Postnasal drip—that uncomfortable trickle of mucus down your throat—is a common nuisance, especially during allergy season or dry winter months. While it’s often harmless, symptoms like persistent throat clearing, coughing, or hoarseness can disrupt daily life. Causes range from allergies and infections to structural issues like a deviated septum. Treatment depends on the root cause: antihistamines for allergies, antibiotics for infections, or simple remedies like hydration and nasal irrigation. Prevention isn’t always possible, but handwashing, allergy control, and humidifiers can help. If symptoms linger, consult an ENT specialist for personalized care.

Lymph Node Symptoms: How to Separate the Benign from the Malignant

06/27/2025

Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped clusters scattered located near the jaw, under the arms, in the neck, chest, groin, and abdomen. Acting as filters, they intercept pathogens like bacteria, viruses, and abnormal cells. These nodes are an important part of the lymphatic system, an intricate network of tissue masses that manage fluids, eliminate waste, and […]

Allergic Rhinitis, Sinusitis, and Rhinosinusitis: How to Identify and Treat These Common Conditions

11/11/2025

That nagging feeling of constant congestion, pressure, and fatigue, it’s a common experience, but what’s really going on? Are you dealing with allergies, a sinus infection, or both? While these conditions often have similar symptoms, understanding the differences is the first step toward getting the right treatment. This guide will help you identify allergic rhinitis, […]

Can You Treat Nasal Polyps at Home? When to See an ENT Specialist

02/23/2026

Can you treat nasal polyps at home, or do you need a specialist? While home remedies may ease symptoms, they won’t eliminate polyps. Learn when to see an ENT and explore advanced treatment options at Coastal Ear, Nose & Throat in Neptune, Manahawkin, and Holmdel, NJ.

Five common reasons to visit an ENT

08/10/2020

The ears, nose, and throat are common areas of concern for patients in New Jersey. Whether you deal with allergies or hearing loss, an ENT professional can help. At Coastal Ear, Nose, and Throat, our doctors are available to provide patients with a wide range of services for their needs. Many patients ask, what are

When Should I Consider Visiting an ENT Doctor?

02/01/2020

Many patients wonder when they need to seek the assistance of a specialist. An ENT (ear, nose, and throat) doctor, or “otolaryngologist,” is a specialist who focuses on problems that impact these three areas. This may include anything from tonsillitis to swimmer’s ear.

Visit a pediatric ENT for your child’s speech delays

01/15/2020

Children learn a lot in a short period of time. Even within the first few years of their lives, so many changes happen. However, when parents are concerned about their child’s speech development and delays, it may be time for an assessment with a pediatric ENT. At Coastal Ear, Nose, and Throat in New Jersey, parents have access to professionals who can evaluate their child and provide them with a solution for their child’s needs.

Understanding a Deviated Septum

05/15/2017

The bone and cartilage that divides your nostrils are called a septum. When the wall of the septum isn’t aligned correctly, it means the septum deviated, a condition that can cause serious symptoms when the septum doesn’t divide the nostrils evenly.

Nosebleeds – Cause for Concern?

04/15/2016

A bloody nose can be disconcerting, especially because it comes on without warning. If you’ve had a bloody nose (and most people have), you may ask yourself why it happens.

What Causes Loss of Smell?

03/15/2016

Your sense of smell is one of your most powerful senses. The scent of cinnamon and pine during the holidays, fresh-cut grass in the spring, and burgers on the grill in the summer can effectively transport you back to happy times and fond memories. But if your sense of smell is impaired, it can be frustrating.

Epistaxis A.K.A. Nose Bleeds

02/07/2014

Bleeding can result from facial trauma, manual manipulation (putting your finger in your nose), dryness, deviated nasal septum, foreign body, inflammation, high blood pressure, bleeding disorders or other systemic disorders. Even certain medications can predispose you to nosebleeds.

Sleep Apnea?

04/18/2013

Although a snoring problem can lead to Sleep Apnea. Sleep Apnea is a condition that occurs when the airway is blocked, and can actually cause you to stop breathing for 10 seconds or even longer. Sleep Apnea is a treatable condition.

Is Your Home Making You Sick?

04/11/2013

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:

What is a Thyroidectomy?

04/04/2023

A thyroidectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the thyroid gland, which is located in the front of the neck. There are different types of thyroidectomies based on the extent of gland removal, and this procedure is done for many different reasons, including hyperthyroidism, cancer, and enlarged thyroid. Read on to learn about the thyroidectomy procedure.

What are the Common ENT Issues in School-Age Children?

10/18/2023

Children’s active lifestyles make them susceptible to various infections, including common ear, nose, and throat (ENT) conditions. In this blog, we will explore some of the most prevalent ENT conditions in school-age children and provide guidance on how to effectively address them. By understanding these conditions and their management, you can ensure your child stays […]

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