Dr. Michael Burnett Specializes in Problems of the Ear, Nose, Sinuses and Throat. An ear, nose and throat specialist (ENT) is a physician trained in the medical and surgical treatment of the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. They have special expertise in managing diseases of the ears, nose and… Continue Reading
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What are Thyroid Nodules
What are Thyroid Nodules? A thyroid nodule is a lump that can develop into your thyroid gland. The type of lump varies from person to person. Some experience a solid lump, while others get diagnosed with a fluid-filled lump. Almost 1 in 7 people have a thyroid nodule, but it is rarely cancerous. To understand… Continue Reading
Throat Infection
Throat infection, or sore throat, is irritation, scratchiness and pain in the throat, which often aggravates while swelling. The most occurring and common reason for throat infection is a virus that causes flu and cold. Viral Throat infection, also known as pharyngitis, is the main cause of sore throat. A viral throat infection takes at… Continue Reading
ENT Doctor For Sinusitis
Do you need a ENT doctor for sinusitis? Sinusitis is a very common condition. There are spaces or tissue linings inside your nose and head that have hollow air spaces. These linings are called ‘Sinuses’. They produce mucus, which is a fluid that filters out bacteria that tends to enter your system as you breathe.… Continue Reading
Nasal Congestion
Do you have nasal congestion that requires medical attention? Our face is the residence of our sinuses. Sinuses are present in our forehead, in between our eyes, and within the cheekbones. If the sinuses get blocked, they can cause you nasal congestion. Imagine welcoming a visitor with teary eyes and a stuffy nose. Not an… Continue Reading
Types of Hearing Loss
You often have to speak louder while talking to your granny. She probably has presbycusis –hearing loss associated with advanced age. Senior citizens are not the only people who struggle with hearing; it is the third widely spread health issue in America. Every dysfunctional ear –either partially or wholly –is not dysfunctional due to age.… Continue Reading
Hoarseness/Hoarse voice
What Is Hoarse Voice? A hoarse voice is an irregular variation in the voice box. Some experience a lower pitch voice, while other a high pitch. Every hoarse voice is different from the other; it all depends on the kind of symptoms the person experiences. Causes of Hoarse Voice You get a hoarse voice when… Continue Reading
Earaches –All You Need To Know
Earaches are mostly common in children. Three out of four infants may suffer from ear pain. However, ear pain or earache does not exclude adults. It may affect one of your ear or both. You may experience ear pain for a short time, or it may become persistent. The severity of the ear pain varies… Continue Reading
ENT Doctor: Ear Infections
If you have infants at home, you may have often consulted pediatrics for their ear infections. Young children are prone to developing an ear infection more than other age groups. No wonder half of all the antibiotics prescribed for the American children are for ear infections. Earache and ear infections are often confused with each… Continue Reading
Choosing an ENT Doctor
Otolaryngology is one of the oldest medical specialties in the US. Every year, millions of Americans visit otolaryngologists. You may not have heard this word before, but you must be familiar with an ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) specialist. ENT doctors manage and diagnose disorders and diseases related to ear, nose, throat, head, and neck.… Continue Reading
Allergies – Ear, Nose & Throat
An allergy refers to a reaction to allergens, which are present in the environment and can be harmful, mildly harmful or severely. Allergens include, dust mites, molds or ticks. These allergens tend to trigger different types of allergies. Your immune system detects these foreign substances and comes to the rescue. It fights back by producing… Continue Reading
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