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May
Given the increasing prevalence of allergic rhinitis and rising levels of common allergens, otolaryngologists hold a unique advantage in managing afflicted patients. It's advisable to contemplate integrating allergy testing and immunotherapy into your practice to address these gr...
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May
The main approach to managing food allergies has traditionally been to avoid the triggering allergen. However, new active management options like food immunotherapy now provide patients with alternative treatments. "La dolce vita," an Italian phrase meaning "the sweet life," embo...
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Jun
Eating and Drinking Shouldn't Feel Like a Hazard Some coughing while enjoying a meal or taking a quick sip of water happens to everyone. Usually, it just means a stray crumb or droplet went down the wrong way, and your body quickly coughs it out. But dealing with frequent swallow...
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Jul
Longer days are great… but better nights can change everything. Summer is often the season when we focus on feeling our best. We spend more time outdoors, take vacations, enjoy family gatherings, and embrace a slower pace. But while you're planning your next getaway or tackling y...
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Jul
Few things can ruin the excitement of vacation faster than sharp ear pain during takeoff or landing. Whether you're flying across the country for a beach getaway or traveling overseas, changes in air pressure can leave your ears feeling clogged, uncomfortable, or even painful. Fo...
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Aug
When you think of seasonal allergies, spring may be the first season that comes to mind. But across Central Florida, August can bring a new mix of allergy triggers — even while some summer allergens are still hanging around. Late-summer weeds, especially ragweed, begin releasing ...
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Aug
Pools, lakes, water parks, and beaches are a staple of cooling off during a warm Central Florida summer. But sometimes all that time spent splashing around in the Orlando area can lead to a painful condition known as swimmer's ear. The good news is that there are simple steps you...
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Jun
We're pleased to share this informative video, produced by our friends at EUFOREA featuring Orland ENT's own Dr. Cecelia Damask, a nationally recognized otolaryngologist and allergy specialist whose expertise has helped shape the understanding and treatment of allergic and ...
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Jul
Is Your Child's Snoring Normal? What Every Parent Should Know About Healthy Sleep A soft snore after a long day or during a cold probably isn't cause for concern. But if your child snores most nights, breathes loudly while sleeping, or seems restless in bed, it's worth paying at...
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May
A Parent's Guide to One of the Most Common Pediatric Procedures Few words cause parents to feel more anxious than "your child may need ear tubes. " It's understandable. Anytime a procedure is mentioned, questions naturally follow. Fortunately, ear tube placement is one of the most...
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Jul
The Parent's Guide to Ear Infections: What's Normal—and When Is It Time to See an ENT? If you're a parent, chances are you've experienced at least one sleepless night with a child tugging at their ear, running a fever, or crying from pain. Ear infections are incredibly common—and...
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Aug
Does My Child Really Need Their Tonsils Out? A Parent's Guide to Tonsil Problems and Tonsil Surgery When parents hear the words "tonsil surgery," it's natural to have questions—and maybe even a little anxiety. Fortunately, the reality is reassuring. Most children with large tons...
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