This time of year is often extremely busy, filled with school activities, office parties, and family celebrations. Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone, your attention turns to December and all that the final month of the year holds. If you’re sensing the first signs of the sniffles, or you’ve been battling sinus problems for a few weeks, it’s important to schedule an appointment with an ENT specialist before the hubbub of the holiday season truly begins. If you’re a someone who wants to enjoy his or her winter break from work or school, making a visit to your ENT doctor can mean the difference between a merry holiday and a miserable one.… Read More
During the hot Texas summers, there's nothing better than going for a swim. The water can help you cool off and it's a perfect way to relax after a long day. You might have your own pool, or you might take the kids to the local pool, but if you get water in your ears, it's important to remove it as quickly as possible. A quick shake of the head can often take care of the problem, but if it doesn't, it might be necessary to visit an ENT specialist. At Houston ENT & Allergy in Clear Lake, our doctors can safely and effectively treat otitis externa, or swimmer's ear.… Read More
If you wake up every morning, only to be greeted by a stuffy nose, dry throat, or plugged ears, your day most likely doesn't start off very well. A warm, steamy shower might clear things up, but it can still be beneficial to see an ENT specialist about what might be causing this stuffiness each morning. The staff at our Clear Lake clinic have treated a number of ENT conditions, and have answered countless questions regarding morning congestion.… Read More
Chronic snoring and mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affect thousands of people each year, and unfortunately, many people never seek treatment for either condition. They try various methods to stop their snoring or remedy their sleep apnea, but the condition either stays the same or gets worse. At our ENT clinic in Clear Lake, we effectively treat snoring and sleep apnea with a minimally invasive operation known as the Pillar Procedure.… Read More
Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone, people are looking forward to the December and January holidays. With people taking time off work, there will be more time spent with friends and family, and while it's always a festive time, it also means more exposure to germs and bacteria that can lead to colds, sore throats, and sinus problems. At our ENT clinic in Clear Lake, we always see a bit of an increase in sinus infections and throat issues around this time of year.… Read More
The majority of people have what's known as a deviated septum, where the bone and cartilage that divide the nasal cavity is crooked or off center. For many, the misalignment is so slight that it doesn't cause any breathing difficulty, but for some, it can be a significant issue. One nasal passage will be smaller than the other, and the person can tell the difference in their breathing when taking in and releasing air through the nose. At Houston ENT & Allergy in Clear Lake, we can provide medication and treatment for your deviated septum.… Read More
Losing the ability to hear sounds clearly can make very frustrating at times, especially in social situations. You try to look at people's lips while they talk, hoping to make out what they're saying to you, but the sounds still come across as muffled or garbled. At Houston ENT & Allergy in Clear Lake, we've met with several patients who have had enough of dealing with hearing loss, and are ready to make a change. Our hearing aid and implant services can restore your ability to hear clearly, as well as restore your confidence as you live your life.… Read More
Most everyone looks forward to the coming of spring, with the renewal of the year and the green grass that appears all around Clear Lake. However, if you're a seasonal allergy sufferer, you may not be as excited about spring as those around you, as you know that a runny nose, itchy eyes, and fits of sneezing are waiting for you with the first pollen of the year. At Houston ENT & Allergy, we can effectively treat your seasonal allergies, as well as take care of those allergies that are chronically persistent all year long.… Read More
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