August 4, 2015 | Black & Kletz Allergy
The simple answer to this question is yes. Eustachian tube dysfunction is a condition where the the eustachian tubes of the middle ear do not open and close the correct way. The eustachian tubes are small tubes that go from the middle ear (the part of the ear behind the eardrum) to the back of the throat. […]
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November 12, 2014 | Black & Kletz Allergy
As Winter approaches, people with dust, mold, and pet allergies tend to suffer more than those with pollen allergies. Pollen levels in the mid-Atlantic region (Washington, DC, Virginia, Maryland, etc.) become immeasurable once the first frost occurs. The first frost usually occurs by November in our region of the country. Therefore, when people experience the typical allergy symptoms […]
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July 21, 2014 | Black & Kletz Allergy
As the tree and grass pollen season is winding down in the Washington DC area, “summer colds” are playing a bigger role in symptoms that include stuffy nose, runny nose, eye irritation, sore throat, and cough in many people. Also read: Sinus Infection vs. Cold: Symptoms & Treatment Options The common cold is caused by a […]
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April 1, 2014 | Black & Kletz Allergy
When we have frequent nasal congestion, runny noses, sneezing fits, and itchy, red, watery eyes, the common dilemma arises: Is it a sinus infection vs. a cold? How do I treat either? Sinus Infection vs. Cold: Differences The “common cold” refers to an infection caused by germs like viruses affecting the upper respiratory passages. It […]
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