What is Otolaryngology, or even more complex, what is Otorhinolaryngology? It is the medical discipline covering the ears (oto-), the nose (rhino-) and the throat (laryngo-). Of course, one could also include the sinuses (sino-), [Read More…]
A lot is assumed, but little is known, about ear, nose and throat endoscopy. Many medical specialists use endoscopes to visualize areas that are difficult or impossible to examine with the naked eye. Most of [Read More…]
As I was contemplating the topic for this issue, my family started asking me allergy questions. I decided to take that concept and turn it into a column. What we have here is a series [Read More…]
OK, first off, this is a daunting topic. There are many different causes of headaches, and to make matters more complicated, there are combination headaches of several types. Let’s start by saying that many headaches, [Read More…]
Wait! I thought my driveway was black asphalt. Well, it is for most of the year, but suddenly, it has a distinct green sheen. What’s going on? It’s springtime in Southeastern Virginia, and the trees [Read More…]
One of the most common complaints seen in an ENT office is the reported sinus infection. Symptoms include congestion, headache, runny nose and post-nasal drip. Oh, but wait. Those symptoms are also seen with colds [Read More…]
In recent years, there has been a push to perform more surgeries in the office setting. Most of these are modifications of procedures performed in the operating room with IV sedation or general anesthesia. The [Read More…]
Few conditions are more annoying than urticaria, better known as hives. Not only can these little welts be uncomfortable and unsightly, they can also be a sign of a more serious medical condition. Fortunately, most [Read More…]
Some time ago, we discussed the nasal airway and ways to improve air flow. We covered both over-the-counter and prescription medications to help you breathe better. We presented both allergy shots and surgery to maximize [Read More…]
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