Nasal dryness is not only annoying—at times it can be embarrassing. This dryness can cause nosebleeds, and it never fails that they seem to happen at the most inconvenient times. But that’s just the beginning. It can also be the cause of headaches, facial pressure, and irritated sinuses. If this scenario sounds all too familiar, then […]
You don’t have to be a professional singer to worry about your voice. In many cases, long days in a classroom or boardroom can take their toll. For example, you start teaching your morning class or leading your morning meeting, but after a full day of work (including some times you may have had to […]
You’re relaxing at home, listening to your favorite podcast, when an unusual sound grabs your attention: Snap! Pop! Crackle! You’re startled to realize the sounds are coming from your ear. While a crackling sound in your ear isn’t necessarily a common situation, we have had patients report it before. If you’re experiencing this symptom, we’ll outline […]
It’s hard to see your little one so miserable. The crying, pain, and pulling at the ears are signs that your child may have an ear infection. But much more is at stake than just their hearing. You want your child to communicate clearly, do well in school, and take advantage of the wonderful opportunities […]
Raleigh Capitol Ear, Nose, and Throat is proud to announce the addition of Paige Gower, physician assistant, to our healthcare team. She’ll work closely with our leading ear, nose, and throat doctors in Raleigh to provide seamless care for a variety of adult and pediatric ENT issues. For Paige, a career in medicine was not […]
In This Article: Updated January 2024 There’s nothing sweeter than the voice of someone you love. But when it becomes difficult to hear, that simple joy is taken away, replaced by frustration, isolation, and—as recent studies show—an increased chance of developing dementia. Do hearing aids prevent dementia? In many ways, healthy hearing can also help […]
Updated: May 2023 Hoarseness is irritating, frustrating, and often painful. Typically, hoarseness seems to go hand-in-hand with the sneezing and sore throat that accompanies seasonal and year-round allergies. But can allergies make you hoarse? Our patients often ask that question. We’ll explore the answer and also take a look at a good remedy for lost […]
Updated: May 2023 Have you ever experienced a loss of taste and smell with the flu? If so, you’re not alone. It’s a common symptom of the flu and can be quite frustrating. But have you ever wondered why your taste and smell are affected by influenza? We’ll explore 5 ways that the flu can […]
Updated March 2023 Can Allergies Cause Nosebleeds? How Our ENTs Can Help Nosebleeds can be profuse and dramatic, but the good news is that most of them are not serious. They can certainly be frightening at times, but they are rarely life-threatening. They can occur at any age but are most common under age 10 […]
Updated March 2023 When Should You Suspect Throat Cancer? 5 Throat Cancer Symptoms Is it possible to have throat cancer and not even be aware of it? Many throat cancer symptoms mimic common conditions, such as allergies, colds, and sinus infections. Every year, an estimated 30,000 Americans are diagnosed with some type of head, neck, […]