Fall Brings Allergies to Idaho, Too
If you think you’re safe from allergies just because the leaves are changing colors and every coffee shop in town is pushing pumpkin spice, guess again. Spring and summer allergies might get more attention, but people in Boise are just as likely to experience symptoms during the autumn months. Autumn Allergy Triggers While most flowers…
Inherited Types of Hearing Loss
Most inheritances are good things. Who wouldn’t enjoy a sudden windfall? But when it comes to genetics, certain inherited traits can spell trouble. While factors such as noise exposure and aging cause the majority of hearing loss in Boise, some people can point the finger squarely at mom or dad. The Link Between Heredity &…
The Consequences of Too Little Sleep
You’ve probably heard that seven to eight hours of sleep every night is important for your overall health, but if you’re like many people in Boise, you haven’t taken this advice too seriously. Why hit the hay when there is so much to do on your smartphone or tablet, or there’s a new series on…
Summertime Hearing Protection
Thyroid disease in Boise is common, affecting approximately 12 percent of Treasure Valley residents. The Thyroid’s Role in Body Functions The thyroid plays a crucial role in the human body, It might not officially be summer yet according to the calendar, but in Idaho the season arrives early. Along with sunshine and warmer temperatures comes…
Thyroid Disease Causes More Symptoms Than You Might Think
Thyroid disease in Boise is common, affecting approximately 12 percent of Treasure Valley residents. Yet in spite of its prevalence it’s a largely misunderstood disease – probably because there is such a variety of possible symptoms. The Thyroid’s Role in Body Functions The thyroid plays a crucial role in the human body, one that affects…
What is Causing My Sore Throat?
We’ve all experienced that itchy, scratchy and painful sensation associated with a sore throat. It’s usually harmless, but a persistent sore throat may be a sign of a more serious underlying medical condition. Symptoms of a Sore Throat Throat pain is the primary symptom of a sore throat, but you may experience a number of…
Sleep Apnea & Hearing Loss
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder in Boise. It can lead to a number of serious health complications, increasing your risk of heart attack, stroke and diabetes. Another lesser-known side effect is hearing loss. What is Sleep Apnea? There are a few different types of sleep apnea, but obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most…
When Smoke Alarms Don’t Wake You Up
It’s estimated that about one in five people suffers from hearing loss in Boise. If you’re one of them, you are already familiar with the many challenges your impairment causes in your daily life – communication difficulty, stress and fatigue, an increased likelihood of developing one of the many associated health complications such as depression…
Why Your Pediatric ENT May Recommend a Tonsillectomy
Your child’s tonsils help protect them against germs, bacteria, and viruses. When these pathogens enter through your children’s nose or mouth, the tonsils trap them and activate your child’s immune system, helping the body to fight off the germs naturally. Located in the back of your child’s throat and soft palate, tonsils play a vital…
3 Common Sinus Surgeries Performed by Your ENT Doctor
Millions of people suffer from chronic sinus problems. When medication fails to provide more than short-term relief, surgery may be necessary. Your ENT doctor can perform both inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures for a variety of chronic sinus disorders. CHRONIC SINUSITIS Patients with chronic sinusitis or chronic rhinosinusitis have conditions that cause fluid build-up in…