-
If You Have Allergies, You Should Know These Four Facts
More than 50 million Americans have seasonal allergies, making them the sixth leading cause of chronic illnesses in the United States, costing more than $18 billion. That certainly brings a different perspective to the runny noses and…
-
What is a Skin Graft and Why Would You Need One?
You’ve probably heard of skin grafts used as treatment for serious burns. However, did you realize that they skin grafts may be needed after skin cancer treatment or reconstructive surgery? There are several instances in…
-
Baby It’s Cold Outside: Protecting Your Ears During Cold Weather
Before you shovel snow from your driveway or to take the dog for a walk around the block, you put on a warm winter coat, gloves and maybe a hat. Or perhaps you work outside…
-
Why Do Children Get So Many Ear Infections?
lmost every parent knows the stress and anxiety that occurs when your child has an ear infection. It seems like these chronic infections are almost a rite of passage during childhood. While there are several…
-
How to Stop Snoring
When you say you’ve been “sawing logs,” it makes snoring sound almost quaint. In reality, there’s nothing remotely charming about snoring—particularly for spouses who have to share a bed with a chronic snorer. If you’re…
-
Four Effective Treatments for Children’s Allergies
No parents want to see their children miss out on the fun activities of spring and summer because of sniffling, sneezing and a sore throat. If these happen at the same time every year, your…
-
The 4 Best Hearing Aid Advancements: What They Mean for You
In this article: Forget ChatGPT. Artificial intelligence can do much more than compose messages and create stellar illustrations. Now, AI is forging new ground in some of the latest hearing aid advancements. If you or…
-
How to Explain a Tonsillectomy to Your Child
In this article: Updated: September 2024 For months–maybe even years– your child has dealt with chronic throat issues and infections. Then, one of our ENTs in Raleigh recommended a tonsillectomy. You’re relieved to have a solution,…
-
Four Common Causes of a Stuffy Nose
No one is immune to one of the most common medical aliments in the world: a stuffy nose. Many things can cause it, from structural abnormalities to irritation from dust or dander. Only your ear nose and…
-
Can Smoking Affect Your Sense of Smell?
There’s nothing like the smell of fresh cut grass or the sweet scent of flowers at the Raulston Arboretum. Perhaps the fragrance of fresh cut grass reminds you of playing baseball. Have you ever been…
