Whether you’re dealing with the chronic sinus issues that arise from allergies or your child has chronic ear infections, an ENT (ear, nose and throat) doctor can help you. An ENT doctor —also called an otolaryngologist—has extensive training after medical school that puts them in the perfect position to help patients with a variety of health […]
Losing your sense of smell is a hallmark symptom of COVID-19, however, it’s important to realize that other conditions can have the same effect. In addition, many who have COVID-19 may retain their sense of smell despite being infected with the virus. So, what does that mean for you? How can you tell if the loss […]
When someone you love has received the devastating diagnosis of throat cancer, you want to be there for them and provide assistance in any way you can. However, sometimes it’s difficult to know where to begin. As ENT doctors in Raleigh, we have discovered and helped treat throat cancer in some of our patients, and […]
There are few things more precious than the voices of those you love. Their words can comfort and uplift you, creating cherished memories that you treasure throughout your life. But what if you can’t hear them? What if these words become faint or confusing? Hearing loss has a profound effect on the lives of millions […]
The gift of speech goes far beyond the ability to communicate effectively. It also enables your child to succeed in school and be prepared academically to face future challenges. It also contributes to their social development. When your child has speech or language delays, it’s vital to get help in a timely manner. It is […]
It’s hard enough for you to manage the sniffling, sneezing and sore throats that accompany allergy season —but it’s even worse to see your child suffer these same symptoms. But before you reach for the over-the-counter medicine to treat your toddler, you should remember that children aren’t “little adults,” and even medicine that states it’s “safe” […]
Want to learn more about the latest treatment for nasal valve collapse? Read further for additional information about this latest treatment. Allergies. Colds. Sinus infections. These are several reasons why you may have difficulty breathing at night. They can be caused by something in the environment—like pollen—to a problem with the structure of the nose—such […]
There are several ways to manage the symptoms of a chronic runny nose. These include home remedies such as rest and fluids and decongestants. Others may find relief in saline sprays or some types of prescription nose sprays. While these may provide temporary relief, eventually, the symptoms return, especially in those who have chronic rhinitis. […]
When someone speaks to you, do you have difficulty understanding them because the sound is muffled? Perhaps this is accompanied by a pain in your ear. You may be surprised to learn that the problem may not be with the ear itself, but with the eustachian tube. Maybe you’ve never heard of the eustachian tube, […]
When a television comedian trips over furniture or stumbles across the room, it usually results in a good chuckle. But for many Americans, dizziness and balance problems are not a laughing matter. In fact, these are common signs of vertigo. Vertigo is more than a mere sense of dizziness. It’s a condition that can make tasks of […]