What it Means When Your Taste and Smell Fade
If you’re experiencing the loss of smell and taste, don’t panic! These may be some of the symptoms of COVID 19, but not all cases are a result of it. Read More
ENT Tips for Parents and Young Children
School is finally back! With the challenges of last year’s virtual learning (for the most part), many kids are looking forward to new opportunities and experiences this new school year brings. Read More
5 Allergens and Triggers in Your College Kid’s Dorm Room
College is such an exciting journey and an opportunity for more life experiences for your kid. But as your kid finds her/his way around the campus, makes new friends, and settles in her/his dorm, have you checked if it is ready for her/his allergies? Read More
Do You Need An Allergy Skin Test?
Avoiding an allergic reaction can be tricky if you don’t know what you’re allergic to. This is where skin testing becomes valuable. Doctors use skin tests to identify your allergens or the things that can trigger an allergic reaction. How does skin testing work? Skin tests use the extracts of common allergens such as pollen,... Read More
Tips to Help Ease Summertime Allergies
With summertime comes plenty of opportunities to drench in the sunshine and enjoy outdoor activities. While it’s considered by many as one of the best times of the year, it can pose some health issues and discomfort for some. Read More
Canine Companion Takes Away Everyday Limits of Hearing Loss
Meet Lauren Harris and read her story about functioning every day with the help of a Canine Companion. I’m Lauren Harris, and I was born profoundly deaf and utilize bilateral Cochlear Implants from Cochlear Americas. Growing I was never one to let my hearing loss limit my lifestyle and was extremely active in sports and... Read More
What Causes Swimmer’s Ear and How is it Treated?
If you’re like many people, you may think of a swimmer’s ear as something you can only get while swimming. While it’s certainly associated with being in the water (like the ocean or the pool), you can also get a swimmer’s ear on dry land. Read More
Types of Vertigo and Dizziness in the Elderly
Dizziness associated with vestibular disorders is three times more common in elderly people. In fact, even those who consider themselves ‘healthy’ experience more balance problems than they did in their younger years. Read More
Audiology at Greater Knoxville ENT
Greater Knoxville Ears, Nose, and Throat is the region’s premier otolaryngology center for children and adults. We have top-notch specialists and equipment for the advanced care of hearing, balance, nose, sinus, mouth, and throat issues. Read More
Childhood Asthma: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Asthma is a chronic disease that affects nearly 9 million children in the United States. When a child with asthma is exposed to any of his/her triggers, his/her lungs and airways can easily get inflamed. Read More
How Balloon Sinuplasty Can Help You with Spring Allergies
Spring is beautiful, but it can also pose some health issues especially for those who are prone to seasonal allergies. Spring allergies Pollen is the biggest trigger of spring allergy. These tiny particles can be released by trees, weed, and grasses into the air, causing you to experience watery eyes, runny nose, coughing, itchy eyes,... Read More
Oral and Throat Cancer: Signs and Symptoms
The American Cancer Society estimates that about 54,000 Americans will get oropharyngeal cancer in 2021. This particular type of cancer, which is twice more common in men than in women, can affect any part of your oral cavity. This includes your lips, tongue, larynx or voice box, throat, hard palate, salivary glands, and gums. Signs... Read More