Whether we talk, sing, laugh, or cry, our vocal cords are responsible for making it all happen. Sadly, we often take them for granted and put them through a lot of strain and stress. As a result, our vocal cords may become tired, raspy, or damaged, affecting our voice quality and health. That’s why it’s
If you’ve ever felt your ears plug up when taking off in an airplane, driving in the mountains, or even going up in an elevator, you have your eustachian tubes to thank. What are eustachian tubes? The eustachian tubes are tiny passageways that connect the middle ear to the back of the throat near the
Maybe you’ve heard of kidney stones or even gall stones, but what about tonsil stones? We know our tonsils can act up and become inflamed with tonsillitis, but did you know that one in every ten people develops tonsil stones? What are tonsil stones? To understand tonsil stones, you’ll want to understand the structure of
Most children are served well by their primary physicians. But there are times when more focused experience and training are needed. Ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialists treat conditions or disorders affecting these related areas of the body. Here’s when to consider heading to a specialist. Ear conditions Ear infections Ear infections are so common
If your resolution includes a commitment to your health, we’ve got a resolution you can keep! Visit an ENT to finally address a health issue you’ve been putting off.
When the heat wave hits, Minnesota families head to the pool or lake to cool off. This summer, take steps to avoid swimmer’s ear, and a whole lot of discomfort.
Otolaryngologists are doctors who specialize in providing medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures.
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