24
Aug
Swimmer’s Ear: What It Is, How to Prevent It and When to See an ENT
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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24
Aug
Fall Allergies Can Start Early in Central Florida: What to Know
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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15
Jul
Travel and Your Ears: How to Prevent Painful Ear Popping on Your Next Flight
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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Jul
Make This Your Summer of Sleep
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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18
Jun
Eating and Drinking Shouldn't Feel Like a Hazard: Understanding and Assessing Dysphagia
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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24
May
Update on Therapies and Management of Food Allergies
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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07
May
Allergy Season Got a Jumpstart This Year
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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28
Oct
Always Congested? It Might Be More Than Just Allergies.
Always Congested? It Might Be More Than Just Allergies. Discover why persistent sinus symptoms shouldn't be ignored, and how modern treatments could help you breathe easier. A stuffy nose. Pressure around your eyes. Headaches that keep coming back. That frustrating feeling that y...
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Oct
Turning Up the TV? Asking People to Repeat Themselves? Don't Ignore These Early Signs of Hearing Loss.
Turning Up the TV? Asking People to Repeat Themselves? Don't Ignore These Early Signs of Hearing Loss. Hearing changes can happen gradually. Learn why early treatment matters — and how today's advanced hearing technology makes staying connected easier than ever. Have you noticed ...
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Sep
Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month: Why Early Awareness Matters
September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month—a good reminder to pay attention to an important part of your health that can be easy to overlook. Your thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the front of your neck. It plays an important role in regulating many of your ...
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08
Jun
What is AFRS (Allergic Fungal Rhinosinusitis)
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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18
May
Ear Tubes Explained
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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