If you buy something through a link on this page, we may earn a small commission. How this works. Nasal vestibulitis, or nasal folliculitis, is a rare type of bacterial infection at the opening of the nose. It may look like a pimple or sore just inside the nose. It often develops when hair follicles […]
Ear, Nose and Throat
Is tonsillitis contagious?
The tonsils are two small lymph nodes located either side of the back of the throat. As with other lymph nodes, they form part of the immune system. Their job is to keep viruses and bacteria from making their way into the body through the nose and mouth. Sometimes, however, viruses and bacteria manage to […]
What to know about dysarthria
Dysarthria is a collective term for a group of speech disorders that occur as a result of muscle weakness. People with dysarthria have neurological damage that weakens the muscles necessary for speech. The neurological damage underlying dysarthria may occur as a result of a stroke, brain injury, or neurodegenerative disease. Dysarthria shares many of its […]
9 tips for sleeping with a stuffy nose
If you buy something through a link on this page, we may earn a small commission. How this works. Allergies, colds, the flu, and other common causes of a stuffy nose can make sleeping difficult, or even impossible. A person might wake dozens of times feeling as though they cannot breathe, or they might struggle […]
What to know about newborn respiratory rates
Newborn babies breathe faster than older children and adults. A newborn may breathe more slowly when they sleep, but their respiratory rate should always fall within a healthy range. Very fast or slow breathing may signal an infection or another condition. Labored breathing, or respiratory distress, is a serious issue that affects around 7% of […]
Black tongue: Causes and what to do
Black tongue is a harmless and temporary oral condition. Despite its name, black tongue does not always cause the tongue to turn black. In fact, the primary symptom is that the tongue appears hairy with visible growths. Black tongue usually occurs due to a buildup of the protein keratin on the tongue’s surface. However, an […]
Flu in toddlers: Everything you need to know
Toddlers can experience numerous colds each year before they start school. However, influenza, or flu, can take these aches and pains to a higher, and potentially much more serious level. It is common for very young children to experience illness many times each year due to their developing immune systems and a tendency to put […]
What is a preauricular pit?
A preauricular pit is a small hole in front of the upper ear, located just between the face and the cartilage of the ear rim. A preauricular pit may occur on one or both sides of the ear. It is a common birth abnormality. Most people with this type of hole in the ear do […]
Flu rash: Everything you need to know
The flu is a common respiratory infection, and its symptoms can range from mild to severe. Although a rash is not a common symptom of the flu, it can sometimes occur. There is evidence to suggest that certain types of flu may lead to a rash forming in some people. In other cases, another condition […]
Can apple cider vinegar treat ear infections?
If you buy something through a link on this page, we may earn a small commission. How this works. Ear infections can occur in the inner, middle, or outer part of the ear. They are usually due to an overgrowth of infectious bacteria or a virus. Some people believe that apple cider vinegar (ACV) may […]