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Acute Sinusitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Acute sinusitis (also called acute rhinosinusitis), is one of the most common ailments that cause people to visit their doctor. Most cases of sinusitis clear up on their own, but if your symptoms persist longer than a week, contact Palm Beach Sinus Doctors. Our goal is to help treat your symptoms and address the underlying…
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Everything You Need To Know About Tonsillectomies
More than 500,000 tonsillectomies are performed each year on children. While tonsillectomies used to be far more commonplace, it’s still one of the most common pediatric surgeries performed in the United States. Palm Beach Sinus Doctors are here to treat all your tonsillitis symptoms. What are tonsils? Tonsils are small organs located in the back of…
Read MoreEverything You Need To Know About Swimmer’s Ear
Summer is for lazy afternoons at the pool and other fun water-related activities to beat the heat. One of the common summer ailments that result from these activities is “Swimmer’s Ear” (oditis externa), an infection of the outer ear canal. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), swimmer’s ear is the cause…
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Why You Should Never Clean Your Ears With Cotton Swabs
According to reports by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, nasal allergies impact almost 50 million people throughout the country. These allergies can create itchy symptoms in your eyes, ears, nose, and throat. It might be tempting to scratch that itch with a trusty cotton swab. At the very least, it might clean away…
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Flu Or Sinus Infection: How To Tell The Difference This Fall
It’s the time of year when every nearby grocer and pharmacist is offering the annual flu shot. But before you were able to get the vaccination, you’ve noticed your sinuses are tender, you have a headache, and you feel exhausted. Is it the flu or a sinus infection? Use this guide to find out. …
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What Happens If I Don’t Treat My Sinus Infection?
A sinus infection, otherwise known as sinusitis, is a result of bacteria or virus that causes swelling and inflammation in the tissue that make up your sinuses. But what happens when you don’t seek medical help for your sinus infection? It gets worse You may already be experiencing the pressure, swelling, and inflammation associated with…
Read MoreWhat’s Causing my Child’s Ear Infections?
Ear infections, or otitis media, are the most common reason caretakers bring children to the doctor. Lasting from a few days to six weeks, ear infections in children are often painful, and in some cases can cause temporary hearing difficulties. Otitis media occurs when fluid builds up behind the eardrum. Most commonly, bacteria or even…
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