Do You Have a Mold Allergy?
Allergies to pollen occur only when the particular plant is flowering, usually in the spring, summer or fall. But mold allergies can be year-round. While medication can keep your symptoms under control, the best defense against this type of allergy is to reduce your exposure. Mold Allergy Symptoms The symptoms seen with a mold allergy…
Why Custom Hearing Protection Is the Right Choice
Millions of Americans experience hearing loss caused by exposure to loud noises. Fortunately, many are able to protect their hearing through the use of earplugs. Disposable and custom-made earplugs can both provide protection, but according to experts, custom is the best options. How Earplugs Help Soundwaves travel through the ear until they reach your cochlea,…
What Is a Smell Disorder?
Being able to smell plays a large role in your quality of life, from enjoying the scent of a flower to picking up the aroma from your favorite meal. But about one to two percent of Americans report a problem with their sense of smell; this number increases as you age. Understanding what causes your…
Your Child Is Probably Not Allergic to Penicillin
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, about five million kids in the U.S. have been diagnosed with a penicillin allergy, most often by their third birthday. However, recent research has uncovered that this label is often overused, and that many children deemed allergic to penicillin actually are not. About the Research One study of…
Protect Your Skin this Summer
As we enter the heart of summer, we’ll be more and more tempted to get out in the sun and soak up some vitamin D. But too much sun exposure puts you not only at risk for a sunburn, but also eye damage and even skin cancer. That’s why it’s important to take certain measures…
What to Know Before Your Brow Lift
Plastic surgery is becoming increasingly popular. But before you schedule an appointment for your ear, nose and throat doctor to address your saggy, baggy or wrinkled skin around your eyes and brows, it is important to consider all the facts. Dr. Julian Perry, an ophthalmologist and oculoplastic surgeon, answers the five most common questions to…
How to Manage Tinnitus During Times of Stress
We are living in uncertain times. This can be anxiety provoking for anyone, but those with tinnitus who have increased baseline anxiety levels are more likely to feel crushed by or pushed into a panic. Below are some recommendations to help those living with tinnitus and increased anxiety find ways to cope. Put a Plan…
How a Beetle Can Help Your Allergies
Are you one of the more than 23 million Americans with a ragweed pollen allergy? The Ophraella communa beetle may be able to help. Ragweed Eating Beetle The Ophraella communa is a type of beetle native to North America. Introduced to Europe around 2013, the beetle eats ragweed’s leaves and flowers, drastically reducing the amount…
Which Instruments Put Your Hearing at Risk?
One of the most common causes of hearing loss is exposure to noise. This comes from working in construction, hunting and attending live sporting events. But did you ever think about the dangers lurking in an orchestra pit? According to researchers in Australia, playing an instrument can be damaging to your hearing. Noise Induced Hearing…
Understanding Tonsil Stones
Your tonsils are a crucial part of your body’s defense system. They prevent germs and debris from entering the mouth and causing an infection. Unfortunately, because they come into close contact with germs, they do occasionally get infected. While tonsillitis is the most common type of tonsil infection, tonsil stones can also occur. What Are…
