A tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the partial or complete removal of the tonsils. Tonsillectomies are performed to treat recurring infections of the tonsils, the fleshy tissue on each side of the back of the mouth. The tonsils serve as the immune...
Many of us will be attending family reunions and gathering with friends for the holidays virtually this year. Like much of social life, getting together with others has moved online for a lot of people. Utilizing virtual platforms has become a major way people have...
It is common to have an allergy that you are actually not aware of so getting tested is a great way to identify any substances that are potentially harmful for your health. Allergies occur when the body’s immune system overreacts to a substance that you have...
Balloon sinuplasty is a surgical procedure used to treat chronic sinusitis. Also referred to as rhinosinusitis, sinusitis is the inflammation and swelling of the sinuses and nasal cavity. This restricts the draining of mucus causing nasal congestion, difficulty...
One of the most common misconceptions about hearing loss is that it is a result of aging and only impacts older adults. Hearing loss actually has multiple causes and is experienced by people of all ages. Nearly 1 in 8 people have some degree of impaired hearing,...
Hearing loss reduces a person’s ability to absorb and process sound which makes communication challenging. One of the most common chronic medical conditions, hearing loss produces a range of symptoms that strains communication. This includes: tinnitus (buzzing or...