Pet Allergens: What You Need to Know
By Cormac DePan, MD Division of Allergy and Otolaryngology Many of us enjoy having pets, but for some of us they can cause serious issues with allergies. Pets, including …
The Safest Way to Remove Pesky Earwax
Did you know that your ears are self-cleaning? That’s right, your ears usually take care of themselves when it comes to earwax. The wax, known as cerumen, dries up, …
Are Seasonal Allergies Affecting Your Child?
By Anjali Mehta, MD Division of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery & Allergy Springtime is finally here, and along with the warmer weather comes seasonal allergies that affect …
Important Information About the New Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids
By Anjali Mehta, MD and Robin Braveman, AuD Division of Otolaryngology Recently, the FDA made a decision that increases consumer access to over-the counter (OTC) hearing aids. The ruling …
Poor Sleep Can Harm Your Health. New Technologies Can Help.
By Jason I. Kass, MD, PhD Division of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Getting a good night’s sleep is something we all want. Unfortunately, for the 50-70 million …
What Really Happens When We Sneeze?
You may have wondered how a sneeze comes on so suddenly. Sneezing is actually a complex process which although it happens in an instant, involves your brain, your lungs, …
Swimmer’s Ear Just Doesn’t Happen to Swimmers
By James F.X. Kenealy, MD Division of Otolaryngology (ENT) Whether you love to spend your summer days at the lake, ocean or favorite pool, chances are you have experienced …
Ask Dr. Kenealy: Why Is There Ringing In My Ears?
Have you ever wondered what causes ringing in your ears? Dr. Kenealy an Otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose, and Throat doctor), here at Reliant answers that question in our video below! …
Yuck, I Have a Nosebleed!
By Dr. James F.X. Kenealy, Reliant Medical Group Otolaryngology Nosebleeds are a fact of life. They are common in kids and adults get them too, so understanding how to slow …
What Does the Color of Your Snot Mean?
We know it’s kind of a gross topic to talk about boogers, but haven’t you ever wondered what the different colors of your mucous means? We spoke with otolaryngologist, Dr. …
Medical Minute: Childhood Ear Tubes
We visited with Dr. Kenealy, an otolaryngologist, to learn about childhood ear tubes. Why do kids need them and how are they inserted? Learn the answer to those questions and …
Caring for Laryngitis
Laryngitis is a common problem that results in a very hoarse voice or a complete loss of the voice. Laryngitis is usually caused by viral infections such as colds …