Hearing loss affects more than 10 percent of the U.S. population. More than half of the population in their 70s and 80 percent of those in their 80s have a least mild-moderate hearing loss. Recent studies indicate that untreated hearing loss is associated with increased risk of depression, dementia, accidental falls, and cardiovascular diseases. The […]
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We are well into the cold and flu season, and with children back in school, upper respiratory infections are on the rise. The most common symptoms are cough, runny nose, and sneezing. While it is tempting to reach for an over-the-counter product to treat your child’s symptoms, the best medical advice is DON’T. The Food
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Chronic sinusitis is a common problem, affecting 12% of adults in the United States. Symptoms of chronic sinusitis include facial pain, facial pressure, headache, congestion, post-nasal drip, and difficulty breathing through the nose. Chronic sinusitis can have a significant affect on the quality of life, which can lead to depression. Depression may arise in the
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Nasal congestion, a runny nose, and nasal irritation is common during the winter season. We spend more time indoors during the winter, and are more susceptible to winter allergies. Common indoor allergy triggers include dust mites, mold, and pets. Symptoms of allergies include a runny nose(clear, thin mucous), sneezing, itchy eyes and nose, watery eyes,
Tonsil stones, or tonsilloliths, are formed in the tonsils of affected adults. The stones can arise from material, such as food, mucous and bacteria, that collects in the crypts(holes) of tonsils. The can also be formed from a strain of bacteria, actinomycoses, that are found in the tonsils and produce sulfur granules. The stones are
As the seasons change, and the air becomes cooler and dryer, the incidence of nose bleeds(epistaxis) increases. The mucous membranes of the nose have a rich blood supply, and the dry air makes them more friable and likely to bleed. Those who take daily low-dose aspirin are at increased risk of bleeding. Use of anti-coagulant
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A recent post in the New York Times discussed the amount of sleep needed for optimal function. Â Many people think the can “get by” or teach themselves to need less sleep. Â Numerous studies have shown that people do NOT adapt to less sleep than needed. Â Symptoms of sleep deprivation may be subtle and can include
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A recent study evaluated the effect of adenotonsillectomy(removing the tonsils and adenoids) on the improvement of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD) symptoms in children with adenotonsillar hypertrophy(enlarged tonsils and adenoids). The study evaluated 59 children aged 6-12 years with adenotonsillar hypertrophy and ADHD who underwent tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy. Â Of 59 children, 51 had SIGNIFICANT improvement in
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It is common when flying to experience pressure in the ears, especially upon descent. Â In some cases, the pressure persists, causing a clogged sensation and hearing loss. Â In rare cases, there is severe pain in addition to the hearing loss. Ear discomfort when flying is called barotrauma. Â It is caused by dysfunction of the eustachian
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The sinuses are a group of hollow spaces that surround the nose and above the eyes. Symptoms of a sinus infection include cloudy or colored runny nose with nasal blockage, and facial pain/pressure. Other symptoms include fever, headache, cough, sore throat, loss of energy, reduced sense of smell, tooth pain and ear fullness. Sinus infections
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