How To Tell the Difference Between Viral Tonsillitis and Strep Throat Posted on May 16, 2025 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Approximately 2% of ambulatory patient visits in the United States are because of a sore throat. When you feel a sore throat developing, you probably want to get rid of it as fast as possible. Knowing what’s causing the soreness is the first step towards finding relief. Let’s take a look at two common causes,… Read Full Article
Understanding the Different Types of Sinus Infections Posted on May 2, 2025 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Sinus infections, medically referred to as sinusitis, occur when the lining of your sinus cavities becomes inflamed. This inflammation can cause uncomfortable symptoms, including facial pressure, nasal congestion and a runny nose. Understanding what’s causing your infection is the first step to finding the right treatment. Let’s take a closer look at two primary causes… Read Full Article
What to Know About Common Voice Disorders Posted on April 18, 2025 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Voice disorders, which involve issues with pitch, tone or other vocal qualities, can impact anyone. Given the variety of potential causes, it’s important to consult an ENT specialist if you notice persistent symptoms. Below, we explore three common voice disorders that should prompt a visit to an ENT. Vocal Cord Polyps Vocal cord polyps are… Read Full Article
How to Keep Your Voice Strong and Healthy: A Singer’s Guide Posted on March 28, 2025 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Your voice is your instrument—whether you’re performing on stage or singing in the shower. Just like a guitar needs tuning or a piano needs regular maintenance, your vocal cords require care to stay in top shape. Yet, many singers don’t think about vocal health until they notice hoarseness, strain or discomfort. You’re not alone if… Read Full Article
Understanding Your Sinuses and Why They Matter Posted on March 14, 2025 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists You have four pairs of air-filled cavities in your face, collectively known as the paranasal sinuses. Your sinuses include the frontal, sphenoid, ethmoid and maxillary sinuses. These important cavities have a few jobs, including: What Can Prevent My Sinuses From Doing Their Jobs? A sinus infection is one of the most common conditions that can… Read Full Article
Would Your Child Benefit from a Tonsillectomy? Posted on February 28, 2025 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Tonsillitis can cause many uncomfortable symptoms in children, including sore throat, difficulty swallowing, fever, tender lymph nodes and pain in the head, neck or stomach. If your child is frequently affected by tonsillitis, your ENT at may recommend removing the tonsils. Typically, a tonsillectomy is only recommended if your child experiences multiple cases of tonsillitis…. Read Full Article
How ENTs Diagnose Ear Infections in Children Posted on February 14, 2025 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Ear infections are more common in children than adults because their immune systems have not yet fully developed and their Eustachian tubes are smaller, which makes it difficult for fluid to drain. This can lead to uncomfortable symptoms for your child, but our compassionate team at is here to provide treatment to get them back… Read Full Article
Can Allergies Be the Cause of Frequent Ear Infections Posted on January 29, 2025 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists If you suffer from both chronic ear infections and allergies, you might be wondering if the two are connected. In many instances, they are indeed related. Let’s explore the link between these conditions and how one can influence the other. How Are Ear Infections and Allergies Related? The connection between ear infections and allergies primarily… Read Full Article
Tips for Exercising Outdoors with Seasonal Allergies Posted on January 10, 2025 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, “In 2018, approximately 24 million people in the U.S. were diagnosed with seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever). This equals around 8% (19.2 million) of adults and 7% (5.2 million) of children.” If you’re among this population and you wish to start working out outside as the… Read Full Article
How Are ENT Disorders Diagnosed? Posted on December 26, 2024 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Otolaryngologists, more commonly known as ENT physicians, are experts in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose and throat disorders. Below, we review some of the questions your ENT physician may ask you to diagnose your symptoms, as well as how some common ENT disorders are diagnosed. What Questions Will an ENT Physician Ask? Some… Read Full Article