Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions The thyroid is in front of the windpipe. It helps control your metabolism. An easy blood test can help diagnose thyroid problems. Be sure to tell your doctor if you have any symptoms. Low thyroid is called hypothyroidism. With this, body functions slow down because the thyroid gland does not […]
Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions Tinnitus is hearing ringing or other noises in the ears when no outside source makes the sounds. Almost everyone gets “ringing in the ears” at one time or another. This may last a minute or so, but then goes away. When hearing these sounds persists, suspect tinnitus. The noises can
Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions Your sinuses are behind your cheekbones and forehead and around your eyes. Healthy sinuses drain almost a quart of mucus every day. They keep the air you breathe wet. Your sinuses can’t drain right if they are blocked, infected, or swollen. Sinus problems include: * A sinus infection. This can
Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions Signs & Symptoms * Bleeding from a nostril. * Bleeding from the nose and down the back of the throat. Causes Nosebleeds are often caused by broken blood vessels just inside the nose. Risk factors include: * A cold or allergies. * A dry environment. * Frequent nose blowing and
Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions Laryngitis is when your larynx (voice box) is irritated or swollen. Signs & Symptoms * Hoarse, husky, and weak voice or loss of voice. * Cough. * Sore throat, fever, and/or trouble swallowing. Causes Common causes are allergies and irritants like smoke; bacterial or viral infections; and strained vocal cords.
Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions People over age 50 are likely to lose some hearing each year. The decline is usually gradual. About 30% of adults age 65 through 74 and about 50% of those age 85 and older have hearing problems. Hearing problems can get worse if they are ignored and not treated. People
Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions Hay fever has nothing to do with hay or fever. The medical term for hay fever is allergic rhinitis. It is most common in spring and fall when a lot of ragweed is in the air. Some people have hay fever all year, though. Signs & Symptoms * Itchy or
Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions Signs & Symptoms * Mild to severe ear pain. * Feeling of fullness or discomfort in the ears. * Tugging at the ear and restlessness in young children. * Ear pain. * Some hearing loss. * Blood or other discharge from the ear (especially after sticking an object in the
Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions Earwax coats and protects the lining of the ear canal. It filters dust and helps keep the ears clean. Normally, earwax is soft and drains by itself. Sometimes it hardens and forms a plug. Signs & Symptoms Signs and symptoms of earwax buildup are: * Blocked or plugged feeling in
