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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 summer days. It’s also the perfect way to get an ear infection. What Is Swimmer’s Ear? “Swimmer’s ear” is the…
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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 be all the more frustrating. You may be wondering whether you need to seek help with an ear infection and,…
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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 and the outside with the pop sound you’re probably familiar with. If your ears can’t equalize pressure, however, it can…
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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 throat are. As ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialists, we are dedicated to educating our patients about this system and…
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Why Do Kids Get So Many Ear Infections?
As a parent, it can be hard to see your child in distress from an ear infection. Ear infections can cause serious ear pain, as well as changes in hearing and other health complications if left untreated. That said, they’re also incredibly common in kids, affecting approximately five out of every six children before their…
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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 causes now that spring is around the corner. What Causes Ear Infections? Ear infections typically occur when bacteria or viruses…
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Long-Term Allergy Management Plans for Year-Round Relief
Spring is on the horizon, and with it comes allergies. Allergy symptoms can be annoying at best and dangerous at worst, and they can make daily life incredibly difficult. If you suffer from seasonal allergies, you’re not alone; one in four American adults has a seasonal allergy. February and March are the perfect time to…
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Is Allergy Testing Right for You Before Spring Arrives?
We’re about halfway through February, meaning spring is just around the corner. If the memories from last year’s allergy season still haunt you, it might be a good idea to be proactive about allergies this year. The first step would be to get an allergy test, but you may be wondering if you need to…
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Allergy Flare-Ups in Winter Months and How to Manage Them
It has been an abnormal winter in South Carolina, especially with the recent snowstorm. While allergies are usually more strongly associated with the warmer months, winter has its own allergy hazards, as well. What Causes Allergies in the Winter? If you’ve noticed allergy symptoms, here are some of the likely culprits. These allergies can occur…