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Tips for Managing Your Allergies
If you’re one of the 50 million Americans who has allergies, you are familiar with the uncomfortable symptoms they can cause, including itchy eyes, congestion, runny nose, sneezing and hives. Below we review tips for…
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Are Body Aches a Symptom of Allergies?
When you think of allergy symptoms, you probably think of itchy eyes, congestion, runny nose and sneezing. But did you know that you can also experience body aches during an allergic reaction? We review the…
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Why Do Children Get Sore Throats & How Can They Be Prevented?
Nobody wants to see their child sick. Unfortunately, it’s common for this to happen due to their underdeveloped immune systems and proximity to other children at daycare or school. A common symptom children encounter is…
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A Type of Glaucoma May Put Patients at a Higher Risk of Tinnitus
Tinnitus is often described as a ringing noise in the ear. However, some people experience buzzing, whooshing, or other similar noises as well. It is not an illness itself but rather a symptom of another…
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What Is a Cholesteatoma and How is It Treated?
A cholesteatoma is an abnormal mass of skin cells that forms in the middle ear, behind the eardrum. Left untreated, the mass can grow in size and lead to complications such as infection, balance issues,…
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Farewell from Dr. Richard Weir
Dear Patients, It has been my pleasure to serve our community for the past 35 years. Caring for you and your family has been the most rewarding part of my career with Spartanburg and Greer…
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Are Your Symptoms the Result of Laryngitis?
If you have noticed that your voice sounds weak or raspy when talking with friends or while ordering lunch at Wade’s Restaurant, you may have laryngitis. Common Laryngitis Symptoms Laryngitis is an inflammation of the…
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Best of Spartanburg & Greer
Still On Cloud 9: Spartanburg and Greer ENT & Allergy Wins 3 Community Awards Thank you to the Greer area citizens for the Reader’s Choice Award for Best Hearing Office and to the Spartanburg community…
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What Is a Ruptured Eardrum?
The eardrum, also known as the tympanic membrane, is the thin tissue that divides the outer and middle ear. Its job is to vibrate in response to soundwaves hitting it. The vibrations are then sent…
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How Your Diet Can Limit Acid Reflux Symptoms
Almost everyone has experienced the occasional bout of acid reflux after eating a spicy meal or too many fried foods. If you only have symptoms from time to time, you probably can just take an…