We have always been focused on the well-being of our patients and the health of the community. This is one reason why we’ve changed some of our office policies in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. One of these transformations is the use of telemedicine to conduct virtual, or online, appointments with our patients. This technology provides […]
What is Meniere’s Disease? A sickening spinning sensation. Hearing loss. Ringing in the ears. For those who have Meniere’s disease, these symptoms can make day-to-day life challenging at best. Meniere’s Disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes intense vertigo, which can last one to two hours. It requires treatment from an ear, nose and throat […]
How Long Do Botox Injections Last? Typically, Botox injections last for four months, but results will vary slightly. In some cases, Botox may last for 12 months, depending upon what area you are treating, according to information from the U.S. Library of Medicine. How Does Botox Work? When you receive a Botox injection, certain muscles are […]
The use of e-cigarettes (vaping) has dramatically increased in the last five years, making it a $3.5 billion business. While it’s often marketed as a “healthier” alternative to cigarettes, in actuality, vaping can lead to extensive health problems, including a new condition known as vape lung. E-cigarettes include harmful ingredients such as nicotine, diacetyl (which […]
What causes acne scarring? Acne occurs when skin pores are blocked by oil, causing the pore to swell. When the pore swells, the hair follicle wall breaks, creating a lesion. Minor lesions typically heal easily, but deep breaks cause nearby tissues to become infected. As a result, deeper lesions are created. While the skin grows […]
Dr. Ramakrishnan recently attended Rhinoworld 2019, the international meeting of the American Rhinologic Society (ARS), International Rhinologic Society (IRS), and International Society on Inflammation and Allergy of the Nose (ISIAN). At this conference, Dr. Ramakrishnan learned about the latest advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the nose and sinuses in order to […]
We’ve opened a new location in order to serve you better! We understand the importance of offering only the best in world-class care. We also realize that today’s hectic schedules can make it challenging to get to a doctor’s office, and a growing number of our patients were from Holly Springs. Therefore, we’ve recently opened […]
The gift of speech is often taken for granted until disease or injury takes it away or makes it difficult to communicate. In the United States, an estimated 7.5 million Americans have difficulty using their voices, according to information National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. Those with these difficulties often have problems controlling […]
An ear tube (also called a tympanostomy tube) is frequently used to help children who have chronic ear infections. The procedure can also be helpful for adults, although the surgery is not as common as it is in younger patients. What Happens During Ear Tube Surgery? During this procedure, called a myringotomy, a small incision […]
Adults aren’t the only ones who suffer with sneezes and watery eyes during allergy season. In fact, roughly 8.4 percent of children are diagnosed each year with the symptoms known as “hay fever” (allergic rhinitis), according to the Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America. Children frequently experience the same allergy problems as adults—many of our […]