Obstructive sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that causes brief pauses in breathing while you sleep. In children, sleep apnea is often caused by a blockage in the upper airway, as enlarged tonsils and adenoids are very common in children. Other possible causes include being overweight, wherein the fat deposits in areas surrounding the upper…
Tips to Communicate Well with a Loved One with Hearing Loss
Research shows that hearing loss can produce feelings of embarrassment, frustration, and distress for both the person affected by it and their partner. Ultimately, the communication breakdown brought on by hearing loss can create a rift in any type of relationship— not just between couples but also among family members. While the challenges that stem…
What an Allergist Can Do for Your Child
When your child is dealing with miserable allergies that are not responding to over-the-counter medications, it’s time to see an experienced allergist. Taking prescription allergy medicine, using an inhaler, and/or taking preventive steps to avoid allergens can help your child not only enjoy life fully, but also prevent a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. Let’s talk…
Audiologist vs. ENT: Is There a Difference?
If you’re having hearing problems, you may be wondering whether you should go to an ENT (ear, nose, and throat doctor) or an audiologist. There is indeed a distinct difference between these two specialists. Let’s compare and contrast the functions and capabilities of an audiologist and an ENT doctor, and discuss which one may be…
It May Not Be a Simple Cold Sore If It’s Not Going Away
Sleep Apnea Treatment Options
Sleep apnea causes you to wake up gasping for air periodically through the night every night. Because it interrupts your sleep, you might feel tired during the day, even if you think you slept through the night. You may not even realize you have this problem until someone else tells you that you wake up…
Ear Infection in Adults: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and More
Ear infections occur frequently in children, and they are easily treated and usually go away fairly quickly. However, an ear infection in an adult is generally more serious as compared to those in children, as it can impair hearing on a permanent basis if the infection is severe and is left untreated. With an ear…
Vertigo and Balance Disorders
A person who is experiencing vertigo gets the sensation of their surroundings spinning around them. It is more than just feeling dizzy, as your surroundings seem to be whirling rather than just giving the feeling of being off-balance. Vertigo often originates in the inner ear, when tiny calcium crystals are shifted out of place and…
Dysphagia – Diagnosis and Treatment
If you have difficulty swallowing or frequently, cough or gag when you eat, you might have an issue known as dysphagia. It may affect your weight or cause you to have a nutrient deficiency. Fortunately, when you reach out to Georgetown ENT, you can find the help you need to correct the problem. Dysphagia is…
Chronic Sinusitis – Can My ENT Help Me?
Sinusitis is swelling of the sinuses, which can lead to pain and pressure in the head and face. Although sinusitis usually gets better on its own within 2-3 weeks, in some cases, it can be an ongoing problem, known as chronic sinusitis. An ENT specialist can help to provide a number of effective treatments for chronic…
