Ent and Allergy Specialists

  A common sore throat is brought on by a virus, which can be very infectious and produce symptoms like tiredness, congestion, stuffiness, coughing, aching and a fever. While the symptoms are depressing, the good thing about a virus is that it will run its course in about a week without antibiotics needed. On the other hand, a condition called strep throat is a bacterial infection that’s more complicated to treat. Also highly contagious, strep throat spreads by coughing, sneezing and even speaking. If you suffer from a sore throat , there are ways to determine if what you’re feeling is viral or bacterial. If you experience any of these symptoms, you probably have strep throat: Swallowing is painful A fever of 100.4 or more Swollen lymph nodes on your neck White spots on the back of your mouth Headache or nausea In some cases, swollen and painful tonsils Treating Strep Throat Once strep throat is detected, antibiotics are used to treat it. It’s important to take the complete dose of...

There is a lot to like about the fall season. The cooler weather, changing of leaves, and many holidays make it a fun and festive time of year. However, the change in the weather can also mean new challenges and illnesses that affect your ears, nose, and throat. While many of these issues are more prevalent for children, there are ENT problems that can affect anyone at any age. Here are some of the things to look out for during the fall: The Common Cold There are over 1 billion colds reported in the United States every year, with high activity taking place in the rainy, colder months. Some studies even suggest that the average child will get eight to ten colds per year, primarily from September to March. Viral Upper Respiratory Infections These viruses are spread through coughs, sneezes and even talking, which can seem quite tremendous if you think about every single interaction you have with various people throughout the day. Children at school or a day care environment are at an even...