Can Gargling with Saltwater Help Your Sore Throat?
October in Arizona doesn’t exactly scream fall yet, but despite a lack of frost on the pumpkin and bright fall foliage, it does signal the beginning of cold and flu season in Goodyear. One of the most prevalent symptoms people experience is a sore throat. You might have heard that gargling with salt water can…
Can Nasal Surgery Cure Your Headache?
Chronic headaches are a common health complaint among adults in Goodyear. There are a number of reasons you might suffer persistent headaches—including obstructed breathing. It turns out that sinus surgery might not only improve your ability to breathe; it could also put an end to your headaches. Nasal Surgery to Relieve Obstructed Breathing A team…
Cigarette Smoke Worsens Head & Neck Cancers
Smoking is bad for your health. No surprise there; the Surgeon General has been warning us about the dangers posed by smoking for many years, and we’re all pretty informed about the list of negative health conditions associated with cigarettes. New evidence shows that people who smoke in Goodyear have a higher risk of head…
“Super” Foods for a Sore Throat
September is the unofficial start of cold and flu season, and one of the primary symptoms in Goodyear is a sore throat. That burning, scratchy sensation in the throat is often the first sign of an upper respiratory infection. Sore throats usually clear up after a few days, but in the meantime, they can leave…
10 Things You Can Do to Treat Tonsillitis at Home
Tonsil infections are a common ailment for kids in Goodyear—a rite of passage for many. Doctors frequently turned to surgery in the past but are far less likely to pick up a scalpel nowadays, preferring to see if home remedies will do the trick instead. Why the Tonsils are Prone to Infection The tonsils are…
Different Headaches & How to Treat Them
Most everybody in Goodyear experiences the occasional headache. Like snowflakes, no two headaches are alike. Being able to determine the type of headache you are suffering from is key to treating it effectively. Causes & Symptoms of Headaches If you think a headache is a headache, you’re wrong. There are many different types of headaches,…