You may have an allergy if you’ve experienced an allergic reaction after coming into contact with certain substances or eating some foods. Many factors, including medications, food, and environmental factors, can cause allergies. The first step towards finding relief from your allergies is allergy testing. Keep reading to learn more about allergies, allergy testing, and how allergy testing can improve your allergies. What are Allergies? Your immune system defends and protects your body against harmful substances like viruses, fungi, and bacteria. Allergies occur when your immune system consid ..read more

Do you have a burning or scratchy feeling at the back of your throat? You may have a throat infection. Throat infections are uncomfortable and can be painful, affecting your ability to talk, eat, and drink. Keep reading to learn more about a throat infection and the common signs of a throat infection. What is a Throat Infection? Your throat, or pharynx, is a ring-like tube that carries air to the lungs and food and liquids to the esophagus. A throat infection or pharyngitis is inflammation of the throat tissues. A throat infection causes swelling, discomfort, and redness of the throat structu ..read more

Do you snore? You aren’t alone. Almost everyone will snore at some point in their life. Snoring happens when airflow is restricted or blocked. For most people, snoring isn’t an issue. However, sometimes, it can be a sign of a serious sleep disorder called sleep apnea. That’s especially true if your partner has complained about your constant loud grumbling and snorting while sleeping, keeping them up at night. Keep reading to learn more about snoring and the 5 signs snoring is a problem worth investigating! What is Snoring? When you’re asleep, the soft, floppy tissues in your throat and mouth ..read more

Do you sneeze frequently? Is your nose often stuffy or runny? If so, you may have nasal allergies. When you have allergies, you need an effective solution to return to the activities you love. A nasal endoscopy is an essential diagnostic tool to help your ENT specialist evaluate your nasal and sinus passages. Using a nasal endoscopy will help them determine the best allergy treatment tailored to your needs. Keep reading to learn more about nasal allergies and how a nasal endoscopy can help with allergy management. What are Nasal Allergies? Nasal allergies or allergic rhinitis is an allergic re ..read more

Do you experience sleep disturbances regularly that leave you groggy and tired the next day? Sleep problems can negatively impact your mood, productivity, and concentration levels. They can also increase your risk of certain conditions like stroke, diabetes, depression, and heart attack. If you’re not getting a good night’s sleep, seeing a sleep specialist can determine what’s causing your sleep problems and provide a long-lasting solution. Keep reading to learn more about sleep specialists and how they can help improve your sleep, well-being, and quality of life. What is a Sleep Specialist ..read more

Do you suffer from a feeling of fullness and pressure in your ears? Have you had these symptoms for a long time without relief? You may have chronic Eustachian tube dysfunction. The uncomfortable and often painful symptoms of persistent Eustachian tube dysfunction can be relieved by a cutting-edge treatment called Eustachian tube dilation. Keep reading to learn more about Eustachian tubes, Eustachian tube dysfunction, and Eustachian tube dilation. What are Eustachian Tubes? Eustachian tubes are tiny canals that connect your middle ears to the back of your nose and throat. They work like a pre ..read more

2009312303 Caring for your hearing health is always a good idea, and October’s Audiology Awareness Month is the perfect time to do it! Although you may think you don’t have hearing loss, the condition is common—it affects 48 million Americans—and can happen so gradually that you may not be aware of a problem until it has reached an advanced stage. Regular hearing screenings from an audiologist are invaluable for identifying any issues early. Getting medical help is a must, as untreated hearing loss can affect your mental, emotional and physical health, raising your risk of falls, depression an ..read more

MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — ENT Partners, LLC, a leading Physician Practice Management Company (PPMC) announced that Chicago ENT one of the largest ear, nose, and throat practices in Illinois, and part of the ENT Partners family of practices has opened its newest practice location at Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital in the Lakeview area of Chicago on August 29, 2023. Chicago ENT-Lakeview, located at 2845 N. Sheridan Rd., Suite 807 Chicago, IL, 60657 will provide comprehensive ENT, audiology, sleep, allergy, and facial plastic care to both adult and pediatr ..read more

If your child has a blocked or runny nose, you may give them cold medicine and wait several days to see if their symptoms improve. But if the symptoms worsen or linger, it could be time to visit a pediatric ENT. Pediatric ENTs treat various conditions affecting young patients’ ears, nose, and throat. Keep reading to learn more about pediatric ENTs, how they differ from other ENT specialists, and signs that you should consider taking your child to a pediatric ENT. What Does a Pediatric ENT Do? When your child isn’t feeling well because of an ear, throat, or nose problem, you want to ensure you ..read more

The interconnected ear, nose, and throat systems enable you to hear, breathe, smell, and taste. These systems are essential to your sensory experience. If something goes wrong in one area, it can significantly impact your quality of life. Many conditions can affect this system, and an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist can help you with everything from allergies to ear infections. Keep reading to learn more about how the ears, nose, and throat function, their connections, and when to see an ENT specialist. The Functions of the ENT Systems Your ears, nose, and throat form an intricate struc ..read more