Breathe Easy: Navigating Sinus Health Challenges
What do a stuffy nose, trouble breathing and facial pain have in common? They are all symptoms of sinusitis, which occurs when mucus cannot drain properly because the sinuses are swollen. If you’re dealing with this, you’re not alone—it affects more than 30 million people in the United States. Managing your sinus health can be…
Hearing Health: An Integral Part of ENT Care
March 3rd is World Hearing Day, and hearing health is an essential element of otolaryngology. From ear infections and hearing loss to tinnitus and balance disorders, ENT specialists are trained to handle a broad spectrum of conditions related to the ear. Diagnosing Hearing Conditions The first step in managing hearing-related conditions is an accurate diagnosis,…
Sleep Disorders and ENT Health: A Comprehensive Approach
Sleep is an essential part of our health. But with an estimated 75 percent of Americans suffering from sleep disorders, it may be difficult to get the recommended seven to nine hours each night.With Sleep Awareness Week starting on March 10, it’s a great time to schedule an appointment with the Arthur Rosner, MD, team…
Sinus Issues and Their Impact on Hearing
Sinus problems can have a significant impact on your hearing, primarily through Eustachian tube dysfunction and middle ear infections. Your sinuses, ears and nose are all interconnected, and sinus issues can lead to hearing loss or discomfort due to the proximity and interconnectivity of these structures. Eustachian Tube Dysfunction The Eustachian tubes are small passageways…
FAQs from Patients
Using Medicines Correctly I often see patients who use medicines incorrectly. Common examples are: First Aid for a Nosebleed Place Afrin nose spray on a cotton ball. Place it in the nose. Pinch and hold for 15 minutes. Try and remain calm, as higher heart rates have more bleeding. Why do I Have To Fill…
The Importance of Screening for Head & Neck Cancer
Did you know that February 4 is World Cancer Day? This international day of awareness was created by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to raise global awareness of cancer and encourage its prevention, detection and treatment. If you or someone you love is at risk for head and neck tumors, ensuring that you…
Heart Health Is Ear-risistible
Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and chances are you may be thinking about relationships. But did you know there is an important partnership within the body that helps keep your heart and hearing happy? February is American Heart Month, and you’re probably familiar with the importance of cardiovascular health. According to the CDC, 695,000…
Do Noise-Canceling Earbuds Protect Your Hearing?
Whether you’re commuting, working or enjoying a run in the park, you want to enjoy the music playing through your headphones or earbuds without distracting background noise overpowering it. This is where noise-canceling technology comes in. There are two types of noise cancellation: active and passive. Which one you should use depends on what type…
Wintertime Sinus Issues
If you think sinus infections are confined to the warmer spring and summer months when pollen is rampant and the weather can be extremely changeable, guess again. Sinus issues can be every bit as bad—if not worse—in the winter months. Sinusitis is the medical term for a sinus infection, the result of swelling and inflammation…
How to Put Nose Spray Into the Nose
Spray to the outside of the nose aiming toward the pupil on the same side. Do not sniff after spraying the nose.