What to Expect with a Sinus Surgery
The sinuses are hollow air-filled pockets located behind the nose, cheeks and forehead. They are lined with a thin layer of mucus, and their job is to help filter the air you breathe in. The sinuses can become infected and blocked. In some cases, after other options have been exhausted, they require surgical treatment. Below…
Middle Ear Surgery: What It Is & Why It May Be Necessary
Are you experiencing a condition affecting the middle ear? If so, your physician may recommend surgical treatment if other options have been exhausted. Below we review the types of middle ear surgery, what to expect and when it may be necessary. Types of Middle Ear Surgery There are four types of middle ear surgery: Myringoplasty….
The Top 3 Most Common Sleep Disorders & Their Treatments
Do you have trouble falling or staying asleep? Do you wake up feeling unrested? Do you have any other sleep problems? If so, you may be experiencing a sleep disorder. Below we review three of the most common sleep disorders and their treatments. Insomnia Insomnia is the most common sleep disorder, affecting approximately 10% of…
Outdoor Exercise with Allergies
If you want to take advantage of the last month of summer weather, exercising outdoors is a great way to do it. However, for those with allergies, this may be a challenge. Below we review strategies for managing allergies while exercising outside. Identify Your Triggers The first step in managing your allergies is to get…
How Do Allergy Shots Work?
Do you experience itchy, watery eyes, congestion, runny nose and sneezing after visiting Stephen C. Beachy Central Park? Are you getting inadequate relief from over-the-counter (OTC) allergy medications? If so, you may benefit from allergy shots – a long-term approach to treating allergy symptoms. Who Is a Good Candidate for Allergy Shots? Allergy shots require…
What Causes the Ear to Bleed?
If your ear begins to bleed, you may be understandably alarmed. While bleeding from the ear could be from something as simple as a scab or pimple in the ear canal, it can also be a sign of something more serious. Below we review some common causes of a bleeding ear and how to seek…
Breaking Down Allergy Myths
Despite allergies being extremely common – affecting more than 50 million Americans each year – there are a lot of misconceptions around the condition. Below we review some common myths about allergies and the truths behind them. Myth: There Is No Treatment for Allergies Truth: There are many options available to treat allergies. Over-the-counter (OTC)…
Everything You Need to Know About Balloon Sinuplasty
Sinus infections are usually the result of mucus becoming trapped in the sinuses – hollow cavities located throughout the face — due to inflammation from a cold or allergies. While most sinus infections pass on their own, chronic or recurring infections require intervention. A commonly recommended treatment option for chronic sinus infections is balloon sinuplasty….
New Study with Mini Pigs Provides Model for Sleep Apnea in Humans
It turns out that the mini pigs you might see somewhere such as Tonkaway Ranch aren’t just cute, they can also serve a useful purpose in medical research. A recent study has found that obese Yucatan mini pigs experience naturally-occurring sleep apnea, making them excellent candidates for studying possible causes and treatments for sleep apnea…
Everything You Need to Know About Pollen Allergies
Pollen is a fine yellow powder that is produced by flowers, trees, grasses and weeds. Its job is to fertilize other plants of the same species. Flower pollen, which is large and waxy, is carried from plant to plant at The Gardens at Texas A&M University by bees and does not tend to cause allergy…
