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Summer Pool Prep: How to Prevent Swimmer’s Ear in Kids
Kids laughing and splashing in the pool is a classic summer scene, one we love to see. Playing in the water is the perfect way to have fun and stay cool on the hottest of…
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When to Visit an ENT for Recurring Ear Infections
Ear infections can cause some incredibly inconvenient and irritating symptoms: ear pain, ear pressure, difficulty hearing and a fever are all common, and if an ear infection doesn’t seem to be going away, it can…
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Should You Fly with a Stuffy Ear?
Air travel can do some funny things to our ears, especially during ascent and descent. Our ears are very sensitive to sudden changes in air or water pressure, and will equalize pressure between the inside…
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What to Know About Eustachian Tube Dysfunction in Allergy Season
Allergies can cause some really irritating symptoms this time of year. While most allergy symptoms are commonly associated with the nose (sneezing, runny nose, congestion), it’s important to remember how interconnected our ears, nose and…
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Why Ear Health Matters in the Spring
Ear infections can cause discomfort, pain and even lead to other complications, such as balance issues and hearing loss. There are many factors that can cause ear infections, and it’s important to discuss some seasonal…
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When to See an ENT About Sinusitis
It’s flu season in South Carolina. If your sniffly nose just won’t go away, it may be a sinus infection, also called sinusitis. Most of the time, sinusitis is classified as acute, meaning it’s a…
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When Winter Congestion Becomes Chronic
The weather is definitely cooling down here in upstate South Carolina as we approach winter. You’ll notice an uptick in sinus issues when the weather gets cold, including congestion, a runny nose or even a…
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How to Host an Allergy-Free Holiday Gathering
We’re halfway through November, and the holiday season is approaching fast! If you’re planning on hosting a holiday get-together in your home, you’ve probably been preoccupied with planning the menu, the schedule and the décor,…
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Recognizing and Treating Viral and Bacterial Sinus Infections
A sinus infection is an inflammation of your sinus tissues, the four pairs of air-filled cavities behind your face. Symptoms like facial pressure, congestion, runny nose and headaches are key indicators of a sinus infection.…
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Snot Color: What Does It Mean for My Health?
Snot: it’s not glamorous, but it’s essential. This sticky substance, also known as nasal mucus, plays a critical role in protecting your health, but it probably doesn’t enter your mind on most days—until it comes…
