Category: ENT

ENT disorders are common. But fortunately, in many cases you can take steps to prevent them. We review some common ENT disorders and how they can be prevented below. Middle Ear Infections Middle ear infections are caused by inflammation of the Eustachian tubes, which are the passageways from the middle ears to the back of…

Throat cancer is a type of head and neck cancer. In its early stages, symptoms can be hard to distinguish between throat cancer and less serious conditions such as a head cold. Let’s take a look at some of the signs of throat cancer as well as when to see a doctor.   A Sore Throat…

If you’re suffering from a sinus infection (also referred to as sinusitis), you probably are looking for ways to get rid of it as fast as possible. While you may have heard that antibiotics can treat sinus infections, the truth is they are not the best option in most cases. Do You Have a Sinus…

When you have difficulty swallowing, it is known as dysphasia. Dysphasia is more common among older individuals, in part because of physical changes in the mouth and throat, but also because dysphasia is often caused by conditions associated with old age, like stroke, chronic diseases affecting the nervous system, surgeries of the head and neck…

Tonsil stones, otherwise known as tonsilloliths, are hard white or yellow formations located on your tonsils. While they are almost always harmless, they can create some unpleasant symptoms. Let’s go over a few important facts about tonsil stones, including signs you might have them as well as potential treatments and home remedies. Why Do Tonsil…

Strep throat is a bacterial infection that causes a sore throat, among other symptoms. Left untreated, it can result in abscesses around the tonsils, swollen lymph nodes in the neck, sinus and ear infections, and kidney disease. This is why it’s important to seek treatment early. Below we review the symptoms, causes and treatment for…

A common question we hear from our patients at is, “Is it ever safe for me to use Q-tips in my ears?” The answer is no. What the Research Shows One study published in the International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology sought to uncover the most common risk factors for otitis externa (OE), sometimes known as…

At some point in your life, you’ll probably experience some sort of ear drainage. While some types are normal, others could indicate a medical problem. We review the different types of ear drainage, the causes and how it can be stopped below. Types & Causes of Ear Drainage Some types and causes of ear drainage…

While Dr. Hamilton grew up on the West Coast, he was always a Midwesterner at heart and has lived In the Greater Cincinnati area for the last decade. Obtaining his bachelor’s in computer science from Kent State University in 2007, he then went on to earn his master’s in cell biology and anatomy with a…