Dr. Siobhan Kuhar Joins WAMC’s Host Ray Graf To Answer Listener Questions about ENT and Sleep Disorders
Dr. Siobhan Kuhar recently answered listener questions about diagnosing and treating sleep and ENT disorders on WAMC’s Medical Monday feature. Listen to the February 26 show here.
What To Know About Safe Earwax Removal
Earwax, also called cerumen, is the sticky yellow or brown substance found in your ear canal. Though we don’t often think about our earwax until we try removing it, the sticky substance is vital to protecting our ear health. Similar to how mucus in your nose and throat traps germs and bacteria before they enter…
A Comprehensive Guide for Caring for Your Child’s ENT Health
Your child’s ear, nose and throat (ENT) health is crucial for their overall well-being, directly impacting their hearing, breathing and speaking abilities. To safeguard your child’s development and quality of life, it’s important to be proactive about their ENT health. Healthy Habits Fostering ENT health begins with cultivating healthy daily habits. Here’s how you can…
How To Remove a Foreign Object From Your Child’s Nose
Nasal obstructions in children can be a cause for concern. It seems that small objects have a way of finding their way into their tiny noses, which can be upsetting for parents. If your child is prone to shoving their dinner up their nose at Athos Restaurant, knowing how to remove the obstruction becomes crucial…
Dr. Gavin Setzen Recognized with the 2023 Distinguished Service Award by theAmerican Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Albany, NY – (January 25, 2024) – Dr. Gavin Setzen, MD, FACS, FAAOA, FARS, President of Albany ENT and Allergy Services (AENT), the Capital Region’s preeminent private Otolaryngology practice, has once again been honored by his specialty’s most prestigious organization, the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS). The AAO-HNS announced that…
Why Do I Have a Sore Throat on One Side?
Sore throats are common, prompting accounting for 10% of primary health visits per year. Many sore throats are attributed to bacterial or viral infections and can be managed at home. But there are sometimes sore throats that only affect one side. Understanding the cause can be instrumental in determining the appropriate course of action. Potential…
It’s Time to Make Your ENT New Year’s Resolutions
New Year’s resolutions often include setting goals for activity levels, healthy eating and mental health, but have you ever considered setting resolutions for your ear, nose and throat health? Now may be the time to do so, for both you and your family. Consider the negative impact chronic conditions may have had over your past…
Symptoms of Mold Allergies
Mold is an environmental allergy found both indoors and outdoors. It can cause a variety of health effects, or none, but it has been proven to cause allergic reactions or aggravate asthma symptoms for some. Allergic reactions occur when the body overreacts to a stimulus that wouldn’t normally be harmful and can present itself in…
How To Prepare for CT Imaging
A CT (computed tomography) scan is an imaging test that uses a series of X-rays to create detailed images of the bones and soft tissues. CT scans help providers detect internal injuries and diseases that cannot be diagnosed through physical examination alone. If your provider has recommended a CT scan to help diagnose an ear,…
Important Health Notice
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