Sinusitis and the Four Types of Sinuses
Ever had a sinus infection or seasonal allergies? Part of understanding why we get those stuffy, sniffly, sneezy sensations involves the anatomy of our sinuses. Here we’ll review the four…
Common Symptoms of Swimmer’s Ear and When to See a Doctor
As temperatures rise this summer, people will be spending much more time in the water—from pools to lakes to oceans—to cool off. Let’s review the common symptoms of swimmer’s ear…
Title: 8 Foods That May Help You Fight Seasonal Allergies
Just because the dust clouds of pollen may have settled down doesn’t mean the end of seasonal allergies. However, what you eat may help you to reduce your symptoms naturally.…
Explaining Pollen Counts and Factors That Affect Them
For some the beauty of spring brings on the “oohs” and “aahs.” But for others it brings on the “ah-choos!” Understanding pollen counts and factors that affect them can help…
The Story Behind Pollen as a Spring Allergy Trigger
Spring is officially in the air in some parts of the country—like Alabama! For some of us, spring means sunshine and flowers. For others, it’s a bit more foreboding thanks…
Conductive Hearing Loss: What Is It, and What Causes It?
Hearing loss can be divided into two broad categories: conductive and sensorineural. Today, we are going to take a look at what conductive hearing loss is as well as a…
4 Ways Cold Air Can Affect Your Sinuses
The colder months of winter have officially made an appearance. While we may not have severe winters around here, there are still a number of ways cold air can affect…
Christmas Trees and Allergies: What You Need to Know
You don’t want to spend the holidays sneezing and sniffling! As it turns out, Christmas trees and allergies have a connection. Your tree may be bringing holiday allergens or asthma…
5 Asthma Triggers to Be Aware of This Holiday Season
The holiday season should be spent baking, giving out presents, and spending time with loved ones—not feeling under the weather. This winter, remember to prioritize your health. You can stay…
7 Potential Causes of a Sore Throat
Your esophagus feels like it’s on fire! Plus, your voice keeps coming out all scratchy. And, you can barely swallow anything. It sounds like you have a sore throat. As…