How Should I Prepare My Child for Ear Tube Surgery?
If your child has chronic, recurrent ear infections, an ear, nose and throat (ENT) physician may recommend ear tubes, also known as tympanostomy tubes (TT). According to one 2022 article published in the National Library of Medicine, “Almost 7% of all children will have a least one set of TT by 3 years of age,…
Tips for Managing a Stuffy Nose
Nasal congestion is a common symptom of many viruses, such as the common cold, as well as allergies and other conditions. While not a serious medical concern, having a stuffy nose can be irritating and unpleasant. Let’s take a look at a few ways to manage your nasal congestion at home, as well as when…
Is Cold Air Making My Nose Bleed?
Nosebleeds, known medically as epistaxis, are not only inconvenient—they can also be alarming. There are many factors that can contribute to nosebleeds, and many people believe that cold air is one of them. We answer the question of whether this is a contributing factor or not below. What Does the Research Show? One study entitled…