by Lana B. Patitucci, D.O. | Oct 26, 2018 | Adenoids, Tonsils
Adenoids and tonsils bolster immunity to infection and disease in the upper respiratory system. They play an important role in the health of young children by protecting them against disease yet that very “germ-trapping” function sometimes causes them to become...
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by BergerHenry ENT | Sep 29, 2018 | Earwax
Ear wax is generally considered to be something that is easily removed from the ears, but it can be difficult for the elderly in whom it may cause additional health problems if it becomes impacted. The country’s leading otolaryngology association has sounded the alert...
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by Alan S. Berger, M.D. | Sep 29, 2018 | Common Cold
There are many myths when it comes to the causes and cures of the common cold and the flu. Each family has its own beliefs, favorite remedies and grandmothers who faithfully pass along their most effective cures. But what is myth and what is fact? It may be comforting...
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by Alan S. Berger, M.D. | Sep 4, 2018 | Snoring
Caroline Russock, PhillyVoice Contributor, published an article last Thursday on the Surefire solutions to get your partner to stop snoring. In the article, Dr. Don Sesso discusses the many treatment options to curtail or eliminate snoring, from changing sleeping...
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by Alan S. Berger, M.D. | Aug 23, 2018 | Chronic Sinusitis, Deviated Septum, Sinus Infections
Frequent sinus infections can cause facial aches and pains and make it difficult to breathe. In some cases, the sinuses are infected but other conditions can mimic sinus infections, as well. Consulting an ear, nose, throat specialist is often the only way to determine...
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by Marta T. Becker, M.D. | Jul 20, 2018 | Environmental Dust, Household Dust
Dust can be hazardous to your health. It exists both inside and outside the home. Regardless of the climate in which you live, environmental dust can exacerbate asthma symptoms and other respiratory conditions. When it builds up in the home, dust is breathed in...
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by Donald M. Sesso, D.O. | Jul 15, 2018 | Sleep Deprivation
Newborn babies sleep most of the time. Many teenagers either resist sleep at all costs or sleep all day. Seniors often have trouble sleeping through the night. Does that mean that we need more or less sleep in our teen years and less sleep as we age? Our bodies adapt...
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by Marta T. Becker, M.D. | Jun 30, 2018 | Iron Deficiency Anemia, Pagophagia
It’s summer and during its hot days, we’ve all seen many people chew on ice to cool down. Our question is – is this a good idea? Ice can keep your mouth cool and moist which helps combat dehydration. On the other hand, old wives’ tales say that chewing on ice will...
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by Lana B. Patitucci, D.O. | Jun 28, 2018 | Summer Camp Illnesses
According to the American Camp Association, the illness rate for campers is almost double the injury rate despite rigorous training of camp staff to avoid it. More than 10 million youngsters1 will attend more than 12,000 summer camps this year, so there is ample...
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by Alan S. Berger, M.D. | May 26, 2018 | Deviated Septum
The septum is the wall dividing the cavity in your nose into two halves. When that wall moves too far away from center, it’s referred to as a deviated septum. 80 percent1 of people have a deviated septum but most are asymptomatic. Those who are symptomatic find...
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