Ear, Nose & Throat covers common conditions and treatments related to the ears, nose, and throat, offering advice on prevention, symptoms, and improving overall health in these areas.

(img by Osmosis) That Sudden Throat Tickle You know the moment. You’re winding down, maybe binge-watching your favorite show, or (worse) finally tucked in, eyelids fluttering… when out of nowhere, a little tickle in your throat rises up, refuses to leave, and the next thing you know you’re hacking like you swallowed a handful of […]

Pssst… Not Just You You know that tickle. The one that camps out in your throat, shows up the second you lie down, and always—always—makes you sound like you’re hacking up a popcorn kernel in line at the grocery store. We’ve all been there, right? Seriously… I bet you’ve felt perfectly fine all day, then […]

Vertigo is the sensation of motion—often spinning—despite being stationary. It can feel as if your surroundings are whirling. This occurs when your sensory systems signal the brain that your body is unsteady, even though it may not be. Depending on the underlying reason, vertigo can be provoked by turning your head, looking downward, or by […]

Using hydrogen peroxide ear drops can be a safe, inexpensive, and straightforward option for loosening and removing earwax at home. (img by Chemical Suppliers) Hydrogen peroxide is a frequent component in liquid ear-drop formulations known as cerumenolytics. These products are commonly the initial approach for managing ear impaction caused by surplus earwax and are also […]

You might notice crackling or popping in your ear if you have a middle ear infection, a problem with your eustachian tube, or another disorder involving the jaw or ear structures. How it’s treated depends on the underlying cause and your particular symptoms. Occasionally we all experience odd sensations or noises in our ears — […]

Looking after a new piercing is a key part of allowing it to heal properly. Mild tenderness and sensitivity are normal, but poor aftercare can result in infection. The tragus is the small, firm flap of cartilage that partly covers the ear opening, helping shield the passage that leads to inner structures such as the […]

Several conditions can produce an unpleasant odor in your nose, including nasal polyps, sinus infections, and postnasal drip. A medical professional can identify the cause and suggest the appropriate treatment. Almost daily, you encounter offensive odors in your environment. But what about an offensive scent coming from your own nose? Multiple health issues might cause […]

Wait, Has That Happened to You? Let me set the scene: you’re laughing a little too hard at dinner—someone tells a ridiculous story, you take a sip of water, and then… boom. Suddenly, water shoots out your nose. Embarrassing? Sure. Kinda funny to everyone else? Absolutely. But have you ever wondered: is nasal regurgitation dangerous? […]

(img by Live Science) That Sudden, Soggy Surprise Let’s be honest—nobody really talks about this stuff out loud. But everyone knows the feeling, right? You’re sitting with friends, enjoying a drink (maybe water, maybe something with bubbles), and then, out of nowhere, a laugh sneaks up… and water comes bursting out of your nose. One […]

(img by Everyday Health) Wait… Did That Go Up My Nose? Have you ever been sitting there, totally chill, sipping on water—maybe you’re out to dinner or just relaxing at home—when suddenly, it feels like half your drink just took a wild detour up your nose? Yeah, me too. (Honestly, the last time it happened, […]