Winter Nosebleeds Common in Alabama
Now that we are into the third week of November and Thanksgiving is right around the corner, winter weather (or what passes for it in northern Alabama) is beginning to settle in. Not only does this mean an increase in colds and flu; it also increases the likelihood that you will experience a nosebleed. Knowing…
Can Nasal Surgery Cure Your Headache?
Headaches are one of the most common health complaints in Huntsville and Madison—even when it isn’t election season! Many factors can cause chronic headaches, including obstructed breathing. Patients who undergo sinus surgery often aren’t only able to breathe better afterward; they might also experience a drastic reduction in the number of headaches. Surgery May Offer…
What Effect Does Sleep Apnea Have on Mood?
The link between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and a number of physical health complications, including heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and diabetes has been well-established. New research shows that Individuals with this sleep disorder in Huntsville and Madison are also at risk for depression, anxiety and other affective (mood) disorders. The Link Between OSA…
Five Tips for Reducing Heartburn in Huntsville
There are few things more pleasurable than sitting down to a delicious meal, but for many people in Huntsville and Madison, the dining experience isn’t as enjoyable. Heartburn is a painful, burning sensation in the chest that affects an estimated 60 million people in Alabama and across the U.S. What is Acid Reflux? About one…
Opioids Less Likely to be Prescribed for Tonsillectomies
Children receiving tonsil surgery in Huntsville are often prescribed have traditionally been given opioid pain relievers following their procedure, but the national opioid crisis has made many doctors skittish. Their fears may be ungrounded, according to a new study. Tonsil Surgery & Recovery The tonsils are small, oval-shaped organs in the back of the throat…
Natural Ways to Relieve a Sore Throat
Summer is still in full swing so many of us aren’t thinking about cold and flu season yet, but it’ll be here before long. That should be obvious judging from the Halloween displays already lining store shelves! Sore throats are one of the most common symptoms related to illness in Huntsville and Madison. Before you…