by compassion | Apr 1, 2022 | Primary Care
Understanding Dizziness and Vertigo: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Care Dizziness is a very common but non-specific complaint with many possible causes. It can feel like lightheadedness, a sense that you might pass out, or trouble maintaining balance while...
by compassion | Apr 1, 2022 | Primary Care
Understanding Upper Respiratory Infections (URIs): Causes, Symptoms, and When to See a Doctor Upper respiratory infections (URIs)—commonly known as the common cold—are among the most frequent illnesses worldwide. They are caused by a variety of viruses and are...
by compassion | Apr 1, 2022 | Primary Care
Understanding Acute Sinusitis: Causes, Symptoms, and When to See a Doctor Sinusitis, also known as acute rhinosinusitis, is inflammation of the nasal and paranasal sinuses. Acute sinusitis typically lasts four weeks or less and is one of the most common reasons people...
by compassion | Apr 1, 2022 | Primary Care
Sore Throat and Pharyngitis: Causes, Symptoms, and When to See a Doctor A sore throat (pharyngitis) can have many causes—both infectious (viruses and bacteria) and noninfectious (irritants or medical conditions). Understanding the cause of your sore throat is key to...
by compassion | Mar 31, 2022 | Primary Care
Otitis Externa (Swimmer’s Ear): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Otitis externa, commonly known as swimmer’s ear, is inflammation of the external auditory canal. This condition is usually caused by a bacterial infection and can be very uncomfortable if left untreated....
by compassion | Mar 31, 2022 | Primary Care
Otitis Media (Ear Infection): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Otitis media, commonly known as an ear infection, is an acute infection that affects the middle ear. It leads to fluid buildup and inflammation of the mucosal lining in the middle ear. Although it can...
