Why Do My Ears and Throat Hurt Simultaneously?
By themselves, ear pain and a sore throat can be unpleasant to deal with. When paired together, you’re left feeling even worse. Many common conditions can cause both throat and ear pain. Let’s take a look at a few of them, as well as home remedies and treatment options. Symptoms of a Sore Throat and…
Is it Tonsillitis or Strep Throat?
If you’ve noticed a persistent scratchy, sore throat while at work or when placing your order at Stomping Grounds Coffee Bar, you’re likely wondering what the cause is. While many conditions can cause throat pain, tonsillitis and strep throat are two very common causes. They also have some other overlapping symptoms and are sometimes mistaken…
Acid Reflux: Is It GERD or LPR?
If you’ve ever had a burning sensation in your chest after eating too much at The Skillet Restaurant, you’ve experienced acid reflux. Experiencing acid reflux on a chronic basis means you may have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). However, some people with chronic reflux have a condition called laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR). Let’s examine the similarities and…
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 a sore throat. In fact, according to one study, “Sore throat is one of the common reasons for outpatient and…
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 vocal cords or voice box. In addition to a weakened voice, other symptoms of laryngitis may include: Complete loss of…
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 over-the-counter antacid to manage your symptoms. However, if you find yourself experiencing heartburn, nausea, hoarseness and other symptoms multiple times…
Is Your Headache from Acid Reflux?
Acid reflux, otherwise known as gastroesophageal reflux, is a phenomenon that occurs when your stomach contents flow back up into your esophagus. If your acid reflux is severe or chronic, a physician may diagnose you with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Some symptoms of GERD include regurgitation, heartburn, chest pain, nausea, pain or difficulty swallowing, hoarseness,…
4 Common Ear, Nose & Throat Complaints
There are many reasons you may visit an ear, nose and throat specialist. In this article, we provide an overview of the four most common ear, nose and throat complaints we treat, including their symptoms and treatments. Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea is a condition that is characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep. There are…
