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Jun
Texas Allergies: Monthly Calendar
If you live in Texas, chances are you're no stranger to allergies. Texas is home to a wide variety of trees, grasses, and weeds that can trigger allergic reactions, leaving you with symptoms like sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, and more. Dive in as we discuss some of the most c...
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May
What Is A Sinus Drainage Procedure?
A sinus drainage procedure treats sinus problems. Endoscopic sinus surgery is the most effective solution to alleviate blockages and difficulty breathing caused by sinusitis, leading to successful results.What is Involved in Endoscopic Surgery?Endoscopic surgery is a highly eff...
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May
Does A CT Scan Show Sinus Infection?
Sinus problems can be identified with X-rays or CT scans. A black sinus indicates good health with no mucosal layer, while gray areas can indicate thickening due to chronic sinusitis. Swelling and redness around the eyes can also be signs of severe sinus infections. Examining the...
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May
Sleep Apnea: Causes and Treatment Options
Snoring seems like an ailment that affects a bed companion more than the snorer, but that's not true. Snoring can be detrimental to a person's health and sometimes is a symptom of a more significant issue - sleep apnea. Texas ENT's Dr. J. Cary Moorhead visited NBC's Houston...
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Apr
Untreated Hearing Loss and the Risk of Dementia
Hearing loss affects a significant portion of the US population, with around one in eight individuals aged 12 or older experiencing it in both ears due to various factors such as age, genetics, and noise exposure. While it may seem like a minor inconvenience, untreated hearing lo...
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Apr
National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
Did you know that May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month? Since 1984, the month of May has been dedicated to promoting awareness of asthma and allergies. This initiative was created by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) to educate people from all walk...
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Apr
Better Hearing & Speech Month 2023
Since 1927, May has been celebrated as Better Hearing & Speech Month. This special month-long event was created by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to raise public awareness and understanding of hearing and communication disorders. At Texas ENT Speciali...
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Apr
Sleep Apnea - Are You a Candidate for the Inspire Procedure?
Clinically Reviewed by Dr. Moorhead. If you've experienced moderate to severe sleep in the past two years and CPAP didn’t work, you may be a candidate for the Inspire procedure. Read on to learn more.Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that affects 18 millio...
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Mar
What’s the Worst Season for Allergies?
At one time or another, you've probably heard the phrase “allergy season” thrown around. However, different people may be referring to different times of the year when they use this term. After all, there are plenty of people who experience noticeable allergy sy...
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Mar
Why Is My Nose Always Runny?
Having a runny nose for a few days is no big deal; after all, it's something that most people deal with now and then. However, when you have a runny nose that persists for weeks or months, that’s a different story. A runny nose that refuses to go away is called chroni...
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