Sneezing: 10 Reasons, Causes, and Triggers

Laura van de Laar, MD May 17, 2022 sneeze

Sneezing is something that we all do from time to time. Have you ever stopped to wonder what happens in our body when we sneeze, why sneezes come in 2's or 3's, or even why we close our eyes during a sneeze? Well, we have answered 10 of the top ...

Problems With CPAP? 5 CPAP Alternatives To Treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

John D Edwards, MD May 12, 2022 sleep apnea, sleep apnea treatment

Sleep apnea is characterized by sporadic pauses in breathing as you sleep. It can leave you waking at night gasping for air or feeling overly exhausted the following day as a result of insufficient sleep. Sleep apnea takes place in three common ...

Inspire Sleep Apnea Device for the Treatment of Sleep Apnea

John D Edwards, MD May 11, 2022 sleep apnea treatment

Obstructive sleep apnea can be a serious health concern if left untreated. It can result in an increase in the risk of heart attack, diabetes, stroke, memory loss, and other serious diseases. Lack of sleep can cause daytime drowsiness, making you ...

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA): Signs, Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options

John D Edwards, MD May 10, 2022 sleep apnea

If you struggle with breathlessness during sleep and often wake up during the night gasping for air, you might be suffering from sleep apnea.

Allergist Specialist/Doctor: What do they do? When should I see one?

Vasudha Mantravadi, M.D. May 06, 2022 allergist, allergies, allergy

If you are constantly struggling with a runny nose, itchy skin, or watery eyes, you might be having allergy symptoms. Your allergy symptoms can be due to exposure to allergens. Unlike a virus or bacterial infection, it is essential to determine the ...

Food Intolerance (Sensitivity) Vs Food Allergies: Signs and Symptoms

Vasudha Mantravadi, M.D. May 05, 2022 allergies, allergy, food intolerance

You’ve probably been there: you eat something and immediately feel a reaction in your body. Perhaps you’re itchy or your stomach is bloated or you feel sick. So, you wonder if you’ve developed an allergy to the food you’ve just eaten or if you are ...

Aphasia: Types, Causes, Prevalence, and Treatment Options

Michael P Underbrink, MD April 26, 2022 voice, aphasia

The left side of your brain is responsible for developing your speech pattern. It helps you to speak and comprehend what others are saying. Your brain also enables you to use other modes of communication like reading and writing skills

Asthma: Signs, Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

Vasudha Mantravadi, M.D. April 25, 2022 allergies, asthma

Living with asthma is never easy. It requires you to stay away from substances that may trigger your asthma and make breathing difficult. Asthma symptoms are different for different people. They can range from mild episodes of cough or wheezing that ...

Face Masks and Virtual Communication Affect Your Voice: Problems and Solutions

Michael P Underbrink, MD April 26, 2021 voice

The current global pandemic has resulted in many changes, including many people communicating virtually throughout the day, and many others having to communicate while wearing face coverings.

Anosmia (Loss of Sense of Smell) and COVID-19

John D Edwards, MD January 29, 2021 loss of sense of smell, covid19

Loss of smell, or anosmia, is one of COVID-19's known symptoms. But, if you're experiencing anosmia, you don't need to panic. There are a lot of possible causes for anosmia and most are temporary. Below you'll find an overview of how you smell, what ...

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