Losing Hearing as You Get Older?
Should I Be Concerned About Age-Related Hearing Loss? One in three adults between the ages of 65 and 74 and more than half of people over the age of 75 suffer from age-related hearing loss,…
Avoiding Sore Throat in Dry Weather
Though you may not experience very cold weather here in Fort Worth, if you travel for the holidays, here are some tips for maintaining throat health during colder, drier weather. 1. Add moisture to the…
Understanding Ear Infections in Fort Worth, Texas
Every body has dealt with the pain and discomfort caused by ear infections. Though ear infections are harmless a majority of the time, it's important to have all the facts to properly diagnose and treat…
Fighting Nasal Allergies in Fort Worth
Nasal allergies occur when allergens in the air affect the nasal passages due to an overreaction of your immune system. They can be caused by a range of allergens, including pollen, animal dander, mold, feathers…
How to Treat Nosebleeds
Nosebleeds can be caused by many things such as physical trauma, allergies, or underlying diseases that affect the blood. While nosebleeds are usually minor, it is still important to properly treat them otherwise they can…
When You Need Sinus Surgery
More often than not, sinusitis is treated with medicines and a variety of home treatment methods. Some of the medicines used to minimize sinusitis symptoms include: Antibiotics Decongestants Mucolytics, which thin the mucus How Do…
Frequently Asked Questions about Balloon Sinuplasty
Many people have never heard of balloon sinuplasty. However, millions of people suffer from the very condition that this procedure can treat. Sinusitis is a common condition that involves chronic inflammation and infection of the…
What is Laryngitis?
Laryngitis is an inflammation of the voice box that causes a change in the air flow to your throat. The change in air flow leads to your voice to become hoarse. Laryngitis is usually not…
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Marc Dean, MD is a board certified otolaryngologist, in Fort Worth, Texas, specializing in ear and sinus disease.
