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Mar

When Your Child's Tonsils and Adenoids are a Problem

The adenoids and tonsils work together to trap germs and clear away infection. Typically, adenoids begin to shrink after age 5 and are virtually gone by adolescence. Problems with the adenoids and tonsils are common during childhood. They may swell even when there is no infection...

Mar

Do You Suffer From Chronic Sinusitis? Balloon Sinuplasty May Be an Ideal Solution

For most people, a stuffy nose is a minor, brief nuisance experienced occasionally. For people with chronic sinusitis, nasal congestion is just one of the many bothersome symptoms that plague their daily lives. If you're one of the 40 million Americans living with the...

Mar

When a Runny Nose Signals a Larger Problem

Anything that irritates your nasal tissues can cause a runny nose. If you have a cold or influenza, a runny nose comes with the territory. Under these circumstances, your runny nose resolves on its own as the infection runs its course. But a runny nose that fails to get bet...

Mar

Understanding Thyroid Disease

An estimated 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease, and many of them are unaware of it. If you've been diagnosed with thyroid disease, learn about your condition and treatment options to improve your symptoms and restore your quality of life. Thyroid functi...

Mar

Consider Your Options for Sleep Apnea

If you often wake unrefreshed in the mornings and find that you're dragging yourself through your day, you could have sleep apnea, a sleep disorder that affects an estimated 22 million Americans. Because it occurs during sleep, most people are unaware that they’...

Mar

Make Over Your Ears With Otoplasty

Otoplasty restores harmony and balance to your face by correcting the shape, size, or position of your ears. Anyone who is unhappy with the appearance of their ears may benefit from otoplasty. Our surgeons at Southern ENT Associates in southern Louisiana not only specialize...

Mar

Do You Have These Symptoms of a Swallowing Disorder?

Nerve and muscle problems, injury, and certain cancers can cause problems swallowing. It may not cross your mind when you're enjoying a cold beverage or eating your favorite meal, but swallowing involves complex, coordinated muscle movements that control your throat...

Mar

Are You Prepared for Sinus Surgery?

Sinus problems can make life miserable. Whether you have chronic sinusitis or polyps, surgery is often recommended if you have ongoing problems that fail to respond to conservative treatment. Surgery can remove abnormal tissue from the sinuses, drain the sinus passages, and...

Mar

Are Your Ears Ringing in the New Year? It Could Be Tinnitus

Tinnitus refers to hearing a sound without an external source. Most people with tinnitus hear a ringing sound, while others complain of a buzzing, humming, or whistling noise. You may hear the sound in one or both ears, and it may be constant or intermittent. Tinnitus often...

Mar

The Common Causes of Dizziness

Dizziness is much more common than people realize. As many as 40% of people experience dizziness. In fact, dizziness is one of the most common complaints that cause people to visit their healthcare provider. Symptoms of dizziness can range from mild to incapacitating. Dizziness c...

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