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Chronic Rhinitis vs. Sinusitis: Understanding the Difference
When you’re dealing with congestion and facial pressure, it’s natural to blame a lengthy cold, but your symptoms could result from chronic rhinitis or sinusitis. Let’s look at each of those and how you can…
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What Does It Mean if I Can’t Smell or Taste Anything?
Your sense of taste and smell help you enjoy every bite of your favorite Proximo meal. When food tastes or smells bland, it’s natural to worry. These symptoms are often temporary, but it’s best to…
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Why Regular ENT Checkups Matter
Life can get hectic. Between caring for your family, managing work and tackling errands, your schedule may feel packed from morning to night. With so much going on, finding time to visit your ENT specialist…
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What to Expect During an ENT Exam: Tests and Procedures
Each year, nearly 27 million people in the U.S. visit these specialists for conditions ranging from chronic sinus infections to hoarseness and hearing problems. Let’s take a look at what to expect from your first…
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How Are Nasal Inflammation and Asthma Connected?
The nose and throat are part of the upper respiratory tract, the system responsible for breathing. Since these areas are interconnected, an infection in one part often spreads to the other. For instance, a common…
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Why Is My Nose Burning?
A burning sensation in your nose, whether a mild irritation or a persistent stinging, can quickly turn into an irritating symptom. Let’s take a look at a few common causes of a burning nose and…
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Why Won’t My Sore Throat Go Away? 5 Causes of Chronic Throat Pain
Chronic pharyngitis is a sore throat lasting longer than 10 days or frequently returning. If you live with a chronic sore throat, you know how much the symptoms ruin your favorite meals or turn talking…
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What Does the Color of My Snot Mean?
Snot, that sticky, sometimes inconvenient substance, also known as nasal mucus, plays an important role in your body. It helps trap and keep out germs and harmful particles that would otherwise make their way into…
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ENT Health and Aging: What Seniors Should Know About ENT Care
As we age, certain aspects of our health become more vulnerable to issues, and ENT health is no exception. Age-related changes increase the risk of specific ENT conditions, impacting everything from hearing to throat function.…
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How to Beat Congestion and Enjoy a Delicious Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is fast approaching. And with it comes savory turkey, tangy cranberry sauce and deliciously sweet pumpkin pie. With so many tasty foods just around the corner, you’ll want to make sure you’re in tip-top…