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Understanding the Shared Symptoms Across Thyroid Disorders

lakeside 11/15/2023 Thyroid Nodules

Thyroid disorders are those which affect one’s thyroid and parathyroid glands. The thyroid gland is a small, endocrine gland located toward the front of your neck that uses the thyroid hormone to regulate the speed at which your body handles its functions. Meanwhile, the parathyroid glands are four more minor glands located near the thyroid gland […]

What Causes Recurrent Ear Infections?

lakeside 10/15/2023 Ear Infections

Even though children are most prone to developing recurrent ear infections, adults can suffer from them as well. Ear infections, medically known as otitis media, can be both painful and stress-inducing, especially when they occur one after another. Underlying Causes There are a variety of reasons why someone continually develops an ear infection. Some patients develop […]

End the Guesswork With Advanced Allergy Testing

lakeside 09/15/2023 Allergy Specialist

Allergy symptoms occur when the immune system reacts to an allergic substance, also known as an allergen, entering the body. The immune system produces specific antibodies to recognize allergens if they reenter the body. This recognition triggers a series of reactions, including tissue destruction, blood vessel dilation, and the production of inflammatory substances like histamine. […]

Do I Need to Have My Tonsils Removed?

lakeside 08/15/2023 Tonsillectomy

Tonsil removal (tonsillectomy) is a normal thing that many people end up deciding to do. There are many reasons for getting a tonsillectomy, some of these reasons include repeated instances of acute tonsillitis, tonsillitis that does not respond well to medications that are prescribed by your doctor, adenoiditis that continues to come back, tonsil stones, or […]

Hearing Aids: How They Work & Who May Need Them

lakeside 07/15/2023 Hearing Aids, Uncategorized

Hearing aids are a beneficial and useful device that allows individuals who are experiencing loss to be able to hear again or improve hearing. While losing your hearing can be a scary prospect, hearing aids work to eliminate this issue or at the very least, reduce it. Here is everything you need to know about hearing […]

Difference Between Sensorineural Vs. Conductive Hearing Loss

lakeside 06/15/2023 Hearing Loss

Hearing loss is something that will affect everyone to some degree throughout our life. Perhaps it’s after one too many concerts or just progressive hearing loss from age. Either way, you may not have known there are two primary types of hearing loss that can affect your hearing. So let’s explore the difference between sensorineural […]

Are Spring Allergies Keeping You Indoors?

lakeside 05/15/2023 Allergies

Do your spring allergies have you hiding indoors instead of enjoying your favorite outside activities? Have you tried working in your garden only to pay the price of sneezing and itching for the rest of the day? Spring allergies may have you dreading this time of year, but there are some things you can do about […]

How Do CPAP Machines Work?

lakeside 04/15/2023 Snoring/Sleep Apnea

If you have trouble sleeping, you may wonder if this is serious enough to see your doctor about – and then you may wonder if he or she will recommend a CPAP machine. Read on for more information about what CPAP machines are, how they work, and how they may be able to help you finally […]

Is It Time for Nasal Surgery?

lakeside 03/15/2023 Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

Have you tried just about everything for your sinus problems? Surgery may be the answer to help you finally find some relief. Read on for some signs that surgery may be the solution for you. How Can Nasal Surgery Help? Surgery is typically the last-resort solution after more conservative treatments have failed, such as saline rinses for […]

Why Are My Sinus Headaches Worse in the Winter?

lakeside 02/14/2023 Chronic Sinusitis, Sinusitis

Do you often have sinus headaches? Have you noticed that they seem to get even worse during the winter months? For some of us, it is an unpleasant (and annoying) fact. Read on to find out why you may be suffering with headaches even more when the weather is cold. What Causes Sinus Headaches? Sinus headaches […]