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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...

Can Allergies Cause Swollen Lymph Nodes?

Can Allergies Cause Swollen Lymph Nodes?

Allergies affect millions of people worldwide. Some individuals do not realize that those mild cold-like symptoms or swollen lymph nodes they experience may indicate an underlying condition. Some find it easy to manage their symptoms with diet and lifestyle changes,...

How to Prevent Summer Allergies

How to Prevent Summer Allergies

Spring is coming to an end. For some people, that means some much-needed relief from their allergies. For others, relief may still seem a long way off, especially if their allergy symptoms persist year-round or become more severe during the summer. If you suffer from...

Most Common ENT Problems in Los Angeles Area

Most Common ENT Problems in Los Angeles Area

The ear, nose, and throat are unique areas of the head, face, and neck that often suffer from problems just like any other area of the body. No matter how you look at it, sleeping, eating, breathing, listening, and even talking and swallowing are all possible because...

Are Allergies in Los Angeles Driving You Crazy?

Are Allergies in Los Angeles Driving You Crazy?

It’s estimated that over 50 million people experience seasonal allergies or also known as hay fever symptoms at least once in their lifetime. As prevalent as allergies are, they are not usually life-threatening. Typically, symptoms are manageable with careful...

What Is the Most Common ENT Emergency?

What Is the Most Common ENT Emergency?

Nosebleeds, at times, can bleed so profusely that they seem more serious than usual and can be frightening to deal with at home. Nosebleeds are so prevalent that up to 60 percent of the population has them. Though common and typically normal, it's not unheard of for...

What Allergies Are Worse in the Summer?

What Allergies Are Worse in the Summer?

During the summer, most people spend more time outdoors to enjoy the heat, scenic views, seasonal activities, and sunny weather. The season is also one of the most dreaded times of the year for people with certain allergies. Elevated temperatures and humidity levels...

What Happens at Your First ENT Appointment for Snoring?

What Happens at Your First ENT Appointment for Snoring?

Snoring is more than a sleep disturbance and a relationship killer for some. It’s a common condition that impacts over 90% of adults and 27% of children at some point in their lives. Though occasional snoring episodes are usually nothing to worry about, persistent or...