Tonsils & Adenoids
The tonsils and adenoids are part of the lymphatic system and serve as defenders of the immune system, protecting the body by preventing germs and bacteria from entering through the mouth and nose. Occasionally, they will develop problems themselves, requiring the attention of an ENT specialist. The tonsils (located in the back of the throat)…
Voice Problems
Keeping your voice healthy will ensure you are able to communicate properly, and for some people who rely on it to earn a living – singers, teachers and lawyers, for instance – good voice health is essential. These same individuals tend to put more strain on their vocal cords. Even those whose professions don’t require…
Head & Neck Masses
Head and neck masses can develop from various causes such as enlarged lymph nodes, congenital cysts or tumors. Most neck masses are caused by enlarged lymph nodes. They are typically benign, but they can affect all age groups. Lymph nodes can become enlarged as a result of a nearby infection such as a cold, a…
Pediatric Head & Neck Masses
Head and neck masses in infants and children should always be evaluated by a doctor. These masses can be cysts or tumors. A doctor can develop an appropriate treatment plan that may include medication and/or surgery to shrink or remove the mass. If your child has a head or neck mass, please contact our office…
Pediatric Snoring & Sleep Apnea
Snoring is a common problem that affects not only adults, but children, as well. It is estimated that 10 percent of children snore regularly. For many this isn’t an issue, but two to four percent of children have obstructive sleep apnea, a potentially dangerous condition that can lead to serious health problems down the road….
Loss of Smell
Loss of smell, known medically as anosmia, is an inability to perceive odors. It can be partial or complete and, while rarely the symptom of a serious condition, can still cause misery for those suffering from its effects. It is usually temporary, the result of a cold or upper respiratory infection, but in some cases…
Sinusitis
Sinusitis or sinus infection is an inflammation of the sinus cavities. The sinuses are hollow spaces in the bones around the nose that connect to the nose through small channels. When these channels are open, the sinuses can stay healthy. Sinusitis happens when a virus, bacteria or fungi causes the sinus cavity to become inflamed…
Chronic Rhinitis
Rhinitis is similar to hay fever, but is caused by something other than an allergen. Dubbed non-allergic rhinitis to differentiate the two, it produces cold-like symptoms that can leave you feeling miserable and worn-down. It may take allergy testing to rule out hay fever and accurately diagnose non-allergic rhinitis. What Causes Rhinitis? Rhinitis is common…
Deviated Septum
When the bone and cartilage dividing your nasal cavity is off center or crooked, the condition is referred to as a deviated septum. If the deviation is serious enough, it can cause breathing difficulties and chronic sinus conditions that require treatment. What Causes a Deviated Septum? Most often, a deviated septum is a condition that…
Nosebleeds
Though common and sometimes frightening, nosebleeds are rarely anything more than a nuisance. They are usually the result of minor irritations in the nasal passages, and most common in children younger than 10, or adults older than 50. What Causes Nosebleeds? When the membranes lining the inside of the nose dry out and become irritated,…