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The Connection Between Your Jaw and Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a relatively common phenomenon, affecting 50 million Americans. It’s characterized by the perception of a phantom sound, such as ringing, humming or buzzing, in the ear with no external source. Tinnitus can be caused by a wide variety of other conditions, ranging from loud noise exposure to cardiovascular disease to ear injury. Research
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What to Know About Sinus Infections During Allergy Season
We’re not out of the weeds yet for allergy season: ragweed begins flowering in August. If your allergies trigger strong sinus issues—such as an itchy, runny nose and lots of sneezing—you may be at risk for developing a sinus infection. Allergies and sinus infections have many similar symptoms, but they can last longer, and symptoms
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Signs Your Sinus Infection Is Chronic
A sinus infection occurs when the sinuses—the spaces inside the nose and head—become blocked and can’t drain mucus. This results in a stuffy nose, facial pressure, headaches, postnasal drip and fever. Also known as sinusitis, a sinus infection usually lasts about a week and will go away on its own. But if symptoms last over
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Understanding Decibel Measurements and How They Affect Your Hearing
Three sound measures indicate whether something you hear will damage your hearing. Knowing what they are and when a sound can become dangerous to your health can help you better protect your hearing, no matter where you are and what kind of hearing protection you can access. Sound Measures: 1. Sound Pressure Level (SPL)—measured in
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How Can I Manage Eye Allergies?
Feeling something like there’s an eyelash in your eye that you just can’t see is a frustrating experience. While eyelashes are a common culprit behind eye irritation, there’s another significant cause: allergies. Eye allergies, or allergic conjunctivitis, happen when something, like pollen, dust or pet dander, irritates the eye. This irritation can cause red, itchy
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How Could Construction and Urban Growth Impact My Allergies
The steady rise of new neighborhoods, office buildings and road projects may signal progress, but for the 100 million Americans who experience allergy symptoms each year, it can also signal trouble. Construction and urban development often stir up environmental changes that aggravate allergy symptoms. Whether you live near a construction zone or work in an
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What to Know About Adult-Onset Environmental Allergies
Adult-onset allergies are allergies developed to an allergen that the person previously tolerated. They can appear suddenly, even in individuals with no prior history of allergic reactions. Understanding how and why this happens, and how to manage it, can help you navigate symptoms more effectively. What Are Environmental Allergies? Environmental allergies occur when the immune
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How to Tell the Difference Between Asthma and Allergies
Shortness of breath, coughing and congestion may be symptoms people experience in specific seasons or as a response to environmental irritants, and they may be left wondering if it’s asthma or allergies. While asthma and allergies often appear together and share some common triggers, they’re two different conditions with different treatment approaches. Knowing how to
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Managing Allergies During Your Child’s Sports Season
Spring and summer mark the beginning of baseball and softball season, resulting in much time spent outdoors. Nearly 100 million Americans experience allergy symptoms each year, and for kids and parents with seasonal allergies, it can mean runny noses, itchy eyes and lingering fatigue that could distract from the games. Whether your child plays softball,
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Common Regional Plants that May Impact Allergies
Nearly 100 million Americans experience allergy symptoms each year. Certain regional plants can release large amounts of pollen that can trigger environmental allergy symptoms like sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes and fatigue. The more you know about plants in your area that can impact allergy symptoms, the more prepared you can be to manage the symptoms.