November 2012 – Fairbanks ENT

Acute and Chronic Ear Infections

November 6, 2012 by fairbanksent in Conditions, The Hearing Center

Acute Ear Infections Ear infections are one of the most common reasons parents take their children to the doctor. While there are different types of ear infections, the most common is called otitis media, which means an inflammation and infection...

Allergies

November 6, 2012 by fairbanksent in Conditions

Millions of Americans suffer from nasal allergies, commonly known as hay fever. Often fragrant flowers are blamed for the uncomfortable symptoms, yet they are rarely the cause; their pollens are too heavy to be airborne. An ear, nose, and throat...

Common Plant Allergens

November 6, 2012 by fairbanksent in Allergy, Uncategorized

Please find information below about some common plant allergens (not tree pollen) in this area: Dandelion Common dandelion is a simple perennial (no branching) with a basal rosette that has deeply lobed leaves that generally point back towards...

Balance Disorders

November 6, 2012 by fairbanksent in Conditions, The Hearing Center

Dizziness & Balance Disorders Many words are used to describe dizziness. These include disorientation, imbalance, light-headedness and swaying but true vertigo is characterized by a spinning sensation. Vertigo can be accompanied by nausea...

Deviated Septum

November 6, 2012 by fairbanksent in Conditions

The shape of your nasal cavity could be the cause of chronic sinusitis. The nasal septum is the wall dividing the nasal cavity into halves; it is composed of a central supporting skeleton covered on each side by mucous membrane. The front portion...

Hearing Loss

November 6, 2012 by fairbanksent in Conditions, The Hearing Center

You may have hearing loss, and not even be aware of it. People of all ages experience gradual hearing loss, often due to the natural aging process or long exposure to loud noise. Other causes of hearing loss include viruses or bacteria, heart...

Head and Neck Cancer and Tumors

November 6, 2012 by fairbanksent in Conditions

Learning You Have a Tumor You or your doctor may have found a tumor (growth) in your mouth or throat. It’s normal to have concerns, and many questions. So find out how your health care team can help-and how...

Myringotomy with Tubes

November 6, 2012 by fairbanksent in Conditions, The Hearing Center

Painful ear infections are a rite of passage for children – by the age of five, nearly every child has experienced at least one episode. Most ear infections either resolve on their own (viral) or are effectively treated by antibiotics...

Sinus Surgery

November 6, 2012 by fairbanksent in Conditions

The ear, nose, and throat specialist will prescribe many medications (antibiotics, decongestants, nasal steroid sprays, antihistamines) and procedures (flushing) for treating acute sinusitis. There are occasions when physician and patient find...

Sleep Apnea

November 6, 2012 by fairbanksent in Conditions

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a serious health condition characterized by a repetitive stopping or slowing of breathing that can occur hundreds of times during the night. This often leads to poor quality sleep and excessive daytime sleepiness...

Tonsils and Adenoids

November 6, 2012 by fairbanksent in Conditions

Tonsils and adenoids are the body’s first line of defense as part of the immune system. They “sample” bacteria and viruses that enter the body through the mouth or nose, but they sometimes become infected. At times, they become more of a...

Thyroidectomy or Partial Thyroidectomy

November 6, 2012 by fairbanksent in Conditions

Definition Thyroid = a butterfly-shaped endocrine gland in the neck that is found on both sides of the trachea (windpipe). It secretes the hormone thyroxine, which controls the rate of metabolism. -ectomy = removal of Partial = not total or...

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