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Hoarseness, a lump in your throat, and a chronic morning cough can all point to laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR). This guide covers the symptoms of silent reflux, how Dr. Kushnick diagnoses it, and when throat symptoms need an evaluation.

Repeated ear infections in children sometimes need more than another round of antibiotics. Learn the four signs it’s time to consider a longer-term solution, like ear tubes.

From inner ear crystals to blood pressure drops, vertigo and dizziness have many possible causes. Learn how the right diagnosis leads to effective treatment for each.

Sleep apnea causes repeated breathing pauses during sleep, but the underlying cause varies. Learn the difference between obstructive, central, and complex sleep apnea, and find out how treatment differs.

Some kids just seem to get ear infection after ear infection. In this month’s blog, Dr. Kushnick breaks down why — and what parents can do when antibiotics alone aren’t cutting it.

If your sinuses feel blocked more often than not, a cold probably isn’t the only explanation. Learn about the most common causes of recurring congestion, and how to treat each one.

Ear ringing that won't stop usually means something in your auditory system isn’t working right. Causes range from earwax buildup to noise-induced hearing loss. Find out what’s creating the noise and how to treat the underlying problem.

Do your ears feel clogged no matter how much you yawn or swallow? Eustachian tube dysfunction traps fluid in your middle ear and creates persistent pressure. Learn about what blocks these narrow tubes, and find out how we can restore normal function.

You don’t need heartburn to have acid reflux. Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) sends stomach acid to your throat, creating symptoms like hoarseness and throat clearing that mimic other conditions. Learn how LPR works, and how we treat it.

Your partner’s snoring might be more than just noise. Sleep apnea causes breathing interruptions throughout the night and creates serious health risks when left untreated. Here’s what to watch out for.

Holiday gatherings shouldn’t mean choosing between exhaustion and isolation. Hearing loss makes festive events harder, but small changes help you stay connected. Learn how to navigate noisy parties and keep up with conversations.

ANSD affects how your brain receives sound signals from your ears. You may hear fine, but understanding speech is nearly impossible, especially with background noise. Learn about this complex condition and effective treatment options.

If your child experiences frequent nighttime coughing and feeding refusal, the cause might not be what you think. Childhood GERD hides behind symptoms that seem unrelated to stomach acid problems. Learn about five warning signs here.

Everybody has nasal mucus, but if yours is constantly thick, watery, discolored, or just seems to be there all the time, you may have post-nasal drip. Here are the most common causes of post-nasal drip and how to treat them.

Mixed hearing loss means you’re dealing with two distinct ear problems that happened to occur together. Each affects different parts of your hearing system and requires its own treatment strategy. Learn more here.

Sleep apnea isn’t just loud snoring. This serious condition stops your breathing repeatedly at night, leading to heart problems, brain fog, chronic fatigue, and other concerning symptoms. Learn about warning signs and treatments that actually work.

Do you hear constant ringing in your ears? It could be tinnitus. This noise can be annoying and uncomfortable — and finding the source is essential to resolving it. Learn what causes tinnitus and find out how we treat it.

Don’t let chronic sinusitis stop you from breathing easily. With navigation-assisted balloon sinuplasty, you can get back to your daily activities without the constant pressure, pain, and congestion faster than ever.

Occasional sinus infections are usually nothing to be concerned about, but ongoing sinus issues are a different matter. If you experience these symptoms of chronic sinusitis, it’s time to seek professional care.

Are mealtimes suddenly causing you miserable pain? It could be acid reflux. Acid reflux is a common problem and one that has become increasingly more common over the last decade.

Your doctor in Brooklyn, NY, can help you get your hearing back Hearing loss is more common than you think. In fact, according to the American Speech-Language Hearing Association, over 30% of adults over the age of 65 have some degree of hearing loss.

How your ENT specialist in Brooklyn, New York, can help you with your sinusitis! Sinusitis can make you feel miserable. The continual eye pressure brought on by this condition can interfere with your ability to work ...

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If you think you might be losing your hearing, you’re not alone. In fact, according to the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) more than 30% of adults over 65 have some degree of hearing loss.