Cervical Vertigo
Navigating the Realities of Cervical Vertigo Cervical vertigo is a type of vertigo that is caused by a problem in the neck, specifically the cervical spine. The cervical spine consists of the seven vertebrae that make up the neck region of the spine. When there is a...
Post Nasal Drip
Post Nasal Drip: Understanding the Causes and Symptoms Postnasal drip is a common condition that occurs when excess mucus accumulates in the back of the throat. This can lead to a variety of symptoms, including a sore throat, cough, and difficulty swallowing. Some of...
Acid Reflux or Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease
What causes Acid Reflux? There is a circular band of muscle (a 'sphincter') at the junction between the esophagus and stomach. This relaxes to allow food down, but then normally tightens up and stops food and acid leaking back up (refluxing) into the esophagus. In...
Nosebleed
What is a nosebleed? A nosebleed occurs when the membranes lining the inner nose are disturbed or irritated enough to cause abnormal bleeding. The medical term is epistaxis. If the bleeding is near the front of the nose, it is an anterior bleed. In children it is...
Aphthous Mouth Ulcers
What are aphthous mouth ulcers? Aphthous mouth ulcers are small, painful sores that can occur anywhere inside the mouth, such as the gums, cheeks, and the tongue. They are the most common type of mouth ulcer and are also known as canker sores. They are usually round...
Nasal Sinusitis
Nasal Sinusitis Decoded Nasal sinuses are air-filled spaces in the bones of the face and head surrounding the nose. They include the maxillary, frontal, ethmoid, and sphenoid sinuses. They are lined with mucous membranes and help to lighten the skull, provide...
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Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction
Temporomandibular Joint - Referred Ear Pain You may not have heard of it, but you use it hundreds of times every day. It is the Temporomandibular joint (TMJ), immediately in front of the ear on each side of your head. It is also called the jaw joint. This joint allows...
Rhinitis Medicamentosa
Rhinitis medicamentosa Is otherwise known as rebound rhinitis is a condition characterized by nasal congestion without running nose or sneezing that is triggered by the use of nasal decongestant medications for more than 4-6 days. Each time the medicine is applied...
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
What is the Eustachian tube and what does it do? The Eustachian tube is a narrow tube that connects the middle ear with the back of the nose. The middle ear space behind the eardrum is normally filled with air. The Eustachian tube is normally closed but opens from...