September 22, 2017
A perforated tympanic membrane is a hole in one’s eardrum. There are many possible causes of a perforated eardrum. An ear infection, changes in pressure from traveling or scuba diving, exposure to a loud noise, such as an explosion, or a foreign object, such as a Q-tip, could all cause a hole in the eardrum. […]
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September 11, 2017
When Tonsils Need To Go Tonsils are a part of the body’s immune system. They are oval shaped tissues that are located at the back of your throat. They are a first line of defense against viruses and bacteria that enter the body through your nose and your mouth. When tonsils become inflamed, the condition […]
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September 7, 2017
Image: Sir Alexander Fleming, (6 August 1881 – 11 March 1955) was a Scottish biologist, pharmacologist and botanist who discovered Penicillin. (Photo by Universal History Archive/UIG via Getty Images) Did you know Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin on September 28, 1928? Since his discovery, many patients have had what they thought were allergic reactions to penicillin in […]
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August 29, 2017
Did you know that dizziness and vertigo are different? Many people would associate them together, but dizziness is only termed as a sensation of lightheadedness, faintness, or unsteadiness. Dizziness does not involve a rotational, movement component, whereas vertigo may feel like the room is spinning. However, dizziness and vertigo can both be a result of […]
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August 23, 2017
Back to school is an exciting event in a child’s life! When a child has food allergies, it can make the process a bit more stressful. It is important for the caregivers to get organized and make sure that their school is on top of anaphylaxis prevention measures and safety protocols. While at the same time, optimizing […]
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August 10, 2017
Heartburn is the most common symptom associated with acid reflux. But did you know there are many other symptoms that can be caused by reflux? “Silent reflux” can cause symptoms such as: a lump sensation in the throat a hoarse or raspy voice difficulty swallowing a cough throat clearing a sore throat Silent reflux is also […]
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