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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3 Reasons to See an ENT
At what point is it time to move on from your primary care physician and seek more specialized attention from an Ear, Nose, and Throat doctor? Of course, that is something you’ll want to discuss with your primary doctor regarding your individual case, but in general, here are 3 reasons you or your child may…
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Top 3 Causes of Ear Infections in Children
Ear infections are one of the most common childhood illnesses. A middle ear infection (otitis media) is what happens when bacteria get into the space behind the eardrum. Fluid and pus fills the space of the middle ear and can push against the eardrum – causing pain and potentially temporary hearing difficulties. There are many…
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5 Helpful Facts About Adenoids
One of the biggest causes of breathing problems and a potential contributor to recurring ear infections and sinus infections in children is enlarged or infected adenoids. Here are 5 facts you may not have known about adenoids: 1 – Adenoids are glands that produce white blood cells and help trap bacteria and viruses to help…
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Snoring? Your Questions Answered.
An occasional rattle when you snooze is normal, but when it’s constant and loud, it’s not only disruptive to your partner, it can have some serious health implications. Today we will answer some common questions about snoring and treatment options. When does snoring become a health concern? Chronic snoring occurs when the air flow through…
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5 Easy Ways to Help Reduce Indoor Allergens in Your Home
If you suffer from indoor allergies, you are definitely not alone. About 20 percent of Americans suffer from indoor allergies, resulting in watery, scratchy eyes, stuffy, runny nose, headaches, shortness of breath, and even triggering of asthma symptoms. The good news is that there are some easy steps you can take in your home to…
Read More4 Tips for Dealing with Sinus Congestion
Sinus congestion can be a minor annoyance – but can also quickly become a painful infection. Sinusitis, the inflammation of the nasal sinuses, is one of the most common health complaints in the United States, the condition affects about 37 million people a year. If you experience recurring instances of sinus congestion or infection, you…
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ENTs Are Headache Experts
You might think your general practitioner or a neurologist is the best place to go to treat chronic headaches. While they can certainly help, Ear Nose & Throat (ENT) specialists are experts at treating headaches! The management of ear, nose and throat problems is key to treating headaches. What do ENTs Treat? ENTs treat sinus…
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