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  • Do I Have Nasal Polyps?
    Nasal polyps are benign growths that develop within the lining of the nasal cavities. There are many reasons why someone may develop polyps, from chronic inflammation to allergies. It is Read more
  • Could Surgery Help My Sinus Problems?
    Sinuses serve a variety of purposes but their main role is to filter the air we breathe. Because of this, they are the most exposed to infections, also known as Read more
  • Is My Itchy Ear Caused by a Fungal Infection?
    If you are someone who swims regularly or lives in a warm climate, then you may be at an increased risk for developing a fungal infection in the ear that’s Read more
  • Managing Your Sinus Pain
    Dealing with sinus pain and pressure? During certain times of the year, our otolaryngologist hears more and more people complaining about sinus infections. If you are currently battling with sinus Read more
  • Pediatric ENT Questions & Concerns
    Could your child benefit from seeing an ENT doctor for treatment? From ear infections to tonsillitis, there are many reasons why parents may bring their child in to visit our Orland Read more
  • Are You a Good Candidate for Facial Plastic Surgery?
    Find out what facial plastic surgery options we offer our patients in Orland Park, New Lenox, and Evergreen Park, IL. Whether you are dealing with a crooked nose or a Read more
  • Vertigo and Dizziness
    As kids, most of us loved putting out our arms and spinning and spinning until we fell dizzy. Of course, experiencing a spinning world around us when we are planted Read more
  • Signs and Symptoms of Postnasal Drip
    We’ve all experienced it: that nasty feeling when mucus drains down your throat. This problem is known as postnasal drip and it can also kick-up a variety of other unpleasant Read more
  • Methods of Soothing a Sore Throat
    Sore throats are incredibly common. In fact, most of us will deal with at least one, if not more, during our lifetime. From scream-singing your way through a concert to Read more
  • Tympanoplasty: Repairing a Damaged Ear Drum
    A ruptured or damaged eardrum, also called the tympanic membrane, can often heal on its own. In some cases, though, a surgical procedure referred to as a tympanoplasty is needed Read more
  • Signs of Impacted Earwax
    Dealing with a buildup of earwax? Find out how earwax impaction can affect your hearing. Earwax is important for the health of the ear, as it helps trap bacteria and other Read more
  • Our Pediatric ENT Services
    You shouldn’t let ear infections, speech delays, or sinus problems slow down your child’s development. Most kids often require special ENT care while their senses are still developing. When a Read more
  • The Possible Causes of Dry Mouth
    Feeling like your mouth is as dry as the Sahara? While dry mouth is fairly common if this is a problem you are dealing with regularly then you may be Read more
  • Treating a Cleft Palate
    A cleft palate is a common birth defect that occurs in the first six to nine weeks of pregnancy in which the tissue of the roof of the mouth doesn’t Read more
  • Signs You May Need Sinus Surgery
    Could you benefit from sinus surgery? Here’s how to tell. Nasal blockages, facial pain and pressure, tension headaches…these are all symptoms that manifest when you are dealing with sinus problems. Read more
  • Getting Your Tonsils Removed
    If you open your mouth, it’s fairly easy to see your tonsils, as they are the two soft-tissue organs that lie on either side of the back of the throat. Read more

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