Swallowing is a natural and effortless process for most people. However, for approximately 15 million individuals in the United States, this seemingly simple action can become a substantial challenge due to a condition known as dysphagia, or trouble swallowing. Are there different types of dysphagia? There are two primary forms of dysphagia depending on what […]
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In the summer, allergies are frequently to blame for sneezing, but you may be surprised how complex this bodily function can be. Sneezing plays an important part in clearing out irritants, but it can also reveal intriguing things about how our respiratory system works. Let’s uncover the lesser-known aspects of this common yet intricate reflex. […]
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Your quality of sleep and your partner’s health can be significantly impacted by sleep apnea, which is a serious medical condition. If your partner’s heavy snoring keeps you up at night, it could be an indication of sleep apnea. However, not everyone who snores is dealing with sleep apnea and not everyone who has sleep […]
It can be incredibly annoying to have a constant tickle in the back of your throat. No amount of coughing or throat clearing seems to do any good, and sometimes, you develop a sore throat and hoarseness. You’re not really sick but something is definitely up. Normally, post-nasal drip is a result of an excess […]
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Do you have a much more difficult time when it’s really humid outside? The stickiness is bad enough, but it’s your sinuses that are the real issue. Sinus infections, medically known as sinusitis, can often be exacerbated by high humidity levels. Symptoms of a sinus infection Discomfort and an overall disruption of your day-to-day life […]
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Falls can have a considerable effect on your health, especially as you get older. That’s why more completely understanding the possible causes of falls is so essential. A sound recognition of those causes can help prevent damage caused by tripping or loss of balance. For instance, as researchers have learned more, it’s become clear that […]
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Most individuals have experienced heartburn at one point or another. It isn’t at all uncommon! In fact, one study found that something like 60 million Americans experience heartburn every year. For most individuals, this heartburn will manifest as little more than an annoyance (maybe a very uncomfortable annoyance, depending on your diet). But there are […]
Cancer isn’t something you can self-diagnose. But you may worry about it; Is this sore throat due to allergies or a cold, or is it something more serious? You wouldn’t be the first to lose some sleep with worries like this. The fact is that only a doctor will be able to accurately diagnose your […]
When an ENT recommends tonsil surgery to an adult, it often comes as a surprise. They ask, isn’t that something for kids? Or, is there an age limit for tonsil removal in adults? A tonsillectomy can actually be performed on anyone of any age. Your provider will examine the state of your tonsils and your […]
Heartburn is extremely common. One study indicates that 60 million Americans experience heartburn every month. Most people, as a result, think that they’re suffering from a relatively commonplace condition. And it’s not that big of a problem, when you eat some really spicy food, a bit of heartburn is fairly normal. But you may want […]
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