Now Is the Time to Prepare for Spring Allergies
There’s no time Memorial Waterfront Park is more beautiful than springtime, when the flowers are blooming and the grass shines bright green. But if you have allergies, it may be difficult to enjoy the beauty around you during these months. In order to enjoy all the sights and smells of spring without the symptoms, we…
How Hearing Aids Can Increase Quality of Life
Hearing loss affects an estimated 48 million Americans, but despite its prevalence, only one in five people who could benefit from hearing aids actually wears them. Many cite cost and stigma of “looking old” as reasons for putting off wearing hearing devices, but these people are likely unaware of all the benefits hearing aids offer,…
Are Your Symptoms from a Cold or a Sinus Infection?
This time of year, you can never be too sure whether that cough and congestion are from a cold or a sinus infection. In 2021 in particular, there’s the added concern that the symptoms could be thanks to COVID-19. If you exhibit symptoms of the coronavirus, you should be tested right away in order to…
Should You Use Hydrogen Peroxide to Treat Earwax?
You’ve surely heard the warnings against using Q-tips and ear candling to remove earwax, but you may still be wondering how to get rid of the unsightly substance before your date at Hampton Park. Many sources online say you can use hydrogen peroxide to help remove earwax; however, if you choose this option, make sure…
Common Causes of a Nagging Cough
Coughing may be uncomfortable and disruptive, but it serves an important purpose. Coughing brings up mucus and foreign material from the airways that would otherwise irritate your lungs. This is triggered frequently if you have an illness or inflammation. While most coughs are short-lived, sometimes they linger for weeks or months. It’s important to not…
What’s Causing that Tickle in Your Nose?
You know the feeling you have in your nose right before you sneeze? That tickling sensation usually goes away after a sneeze, but for some people that feeling lingers. Understanding the causes of this sensation can help you identify the right treatment to finally find relief. Potential Causes There are a number of reasons you…
What Medical Doctors Treat Hearing Loss?
Most cases of hearing loss are managed by an audiologist. But sometimes, a medical specialist may be needed. You may be referred to an otolaryngologist or neurotologist for a number of reasons. Understanding what these medical professionals do will help you seek treatment from the appropriate source. What Is an ENT? Otolaryngologists are most commonly…
How to Treat a Mold Allergy
Mold allergies are common. Unlike their seasonal allergy counterparts — tree, grass and ragweed pollen — mold is not killed off with the first frost. Instead, mold allergies can last year-round due to the mold’s ability to grow inside and outside your home. Fortunately, your symptoms can be treated with medication and even eliminated by…
New Office Announcement – Charleston ENT & Allergy at Orangeburg
We are excited to announce that Carolina Ear, Nose, and Throat Clinic, with offices in Orangeburg and Walterboro, has joined the Charleston ENT & Allergy team. This collaboration aims to continue to provide patients with high-quality affordable care and increases their access to specialists, more services and several additional locations. Carolina ENT Clinic will assume…
What Is Insomnia?
Getting enough sleep each night is crucial for your physical and mental health. While the exact number of hours differs per person, experts agree that most adults need seven to nine hours of sleep per night. But many fall short of meeting this goal due to the most common sleep disorder, insomnia. Understanding Insomnia The…