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.

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, […]

Hey there, future mama (or anyone curious about that mysterious “pregnancy nose” trend you’ve seen pop up on TikTok). Yes, it’s real, and no, your nose isn’t secretly planning a makeover on its own. It’s simply a side‑effect of the incredible hormonal circus that’s happening inside you right now. In the next few minutes, I’ll […]

Ever wondered why some cases of meningitis seem to pop up out of nowhere while others are prevented by a simple shot? The answer lies in the tiny capsular “flavors” of Neisseria meningitidis – the bacteria that cause most bacterial meningitis. Those flavors are called serogroups, and getting a clear picture of them is the […]

Ever Get That Sudden Silence? You know that weird, fleeting moment… everything around you seems suddenly muted? Your friends are laughing or your kids are talking fast, and suddenly it feels like the volume dial on your life’s soundtrack just slipped. You squint, nod, hope you catch the punchline—but it doesn’t land. Honestly? It’s a […]

(img by SeniorLiving.org) Can Better Hearing Be Simple? Let’s start with a question: have you ever realized just how much you strain to follow conversations in a noisy restaurant… but you still nod along like you don’t want anyone to notice? I’ve been there more times than I’d care to admit (and trust me, my […]

(img by Audiology Online) Let’s Cut Through the Noise You know those moments when you’re in a crowded café, and someone across the table is telling a funny story—but all you catch is every clatter of cutlery and half a sentence? Yep, been there, and it’s honestly the worst when your ears just can’t keep […]