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Effects Of GERD / LPR On Throat & Its Treatment Options

Effects Of GERD / LPR On Throat & Its Treatment Options

Do you periodically experience a tight, burning, or sore sensation in your chest, throat or stomach areas? Is that sensation accompanied by the bitter or sour taste of food or stomach acid? Maybe your voice becomes hoarse or sounds weird at the oddest times in the...

Difficulty In Swallowing Food Due To Dysphagia

Difficulty In Swallowing Food Due To Dysphagia

Swallowing is a reflex that generally develops before birth and continues doing so during infancy and childhood. Proper swallowing function involves the use of nerves and muscles in the mouth and throat. Swallowing dysfunction, also known as dysphagia, is very common...

What Causes Tonsillitis?

What Causes Tonsillitis?

Tonsillitis is a condition that affects the tonsils hanging in the back of the throat. These ball-shaped appendages are a critical part of the lymphatic system and help filter bacteria and other pathogens from the blood to support proper immune system function. When...

How to Treat Tonsillitis in Adults

How to Treat Tonsillitis in Adults

Tonsillitis is a condition that affects the tonsils in the back of your throat. The tonsils are two round glands hanging from the upper back portion of the throat. Adenoids are hidden in the roof of the mouth, just behind the uvula and at the back of the nasal cavity....

Spring Allergies vs. COVID: Knowing What You’re Suffering From

Spring Allergies vs. COVID: Knowing What You’re Suffering From

For many people, the arrival of spring means warmer temperatures, longer, sunny days, and the end of cold and flu season. Even though flu and cold cases tend to dip during this time, COVID infections are still running rampant. Instead of normally preparing for allergy...

Most Common Spring Allergies in California

For millions of people in California, the arrival of spring means an increase in allergies. Normally, springtime allergies are manageable with lifestyle adjustments and the use of remedies like sinus rinses or medical therapeutics. But, this year, some people may find...

Can Allergies Cause Snoring?

Can Allergies Cause Snoring?

Allergies are often a common source of irritation and distress for many. As the seasons and weather change throughout the year, so does the amount of airborne and household allergens and irritants floating about. No one ever looks forward to the sneezing attacks, red...

The Association Between Allergies and Sleep Apnea

If you suffer from allergies and have difficulty sleeping, you’re not alone. Millions of people suffer from sleep problems due to nasal congestion and other allergy symptoms. It’s not normal to wake up gasping for air due to nasal congestion that often worsens at...