When Sinus Infections Keep Coming Back It can be frustrating to finish a course of antibiotics, feel better for a short time, and then notice the same sinus pressure and congestion creeping back in. Many people with a persistent sinus infection go through this cycle...
When “Another Cold” Never Ends Runny noses are a normal part of growing up. With all the germs at daycare, school, and on the playground, kids often catch colds back-to-back. For parents, wiping noses can feel never-ending. But there’s a difference between getting...
When Allergies Become More Than a Nuisance Allergies are usually thought of as simple symptoms like sneezing, watery eyes, or a stuffy nose. Sometimes, these symptoms last only a few days before going away. For others, allergies stick around and quietly disrupt daily...
When Tonsils Do More Than Cause Sore Throats Most people think about their tonsils only when they have a sore throat. They picture swollen glands, a fever, and a few days of feeling sick. While infections are common, tonsils can affect health in other ways. Since they...
Most people assume that hoarseness is just the first sign of a coming cold or the flu. However, when that scratchy feeling or total loss of sound happens without a fever, cough, or runny nose, it can be puzzling. Sudden changes in how you speak, especially when you...
