Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) often causes brief, but severe sensations of spinning or swaying. If you have this condition, you may feel like your own head is spinning from the inside. BPPV often arises after your head changes position when you engage in activities like lying down, getting up, or looking up/down. While BPPV […]
If you’re suffering from vertigo or balance disorders, you know that they can appear at any time and cause a multitude of issues. Beyond the feeling of dizziness, vertigo can make it difficult or stressful just doing normal everyday activities. Balance disorders can also lead to serious injuries from falling. Read on to learn more […]
Snoring is a common issue that causes a hoarse sound from the nose or mouth as a result of obstructed air movement. Believe it or not, this condition affects about 90 million adults in America. If you’re an avid snoring and looking for ways to stop, you may be wondering whether there are devices that […]
Swimmer’s ear is an infection in the outer ear, between the outer opening of the ear and the ear drum. The infection is called swimmer’s ear because it is often the result of bacterial growth in water that remains in your ear after swimming. Causes of Swimmer’s Ear / Otitis Externa Excess water can remain […]
When the sinus passages behind your eyes, cheeks, forehead, and nose are blocked, the pain and pressure you feel in your head and face area is considered a sinus headache. Sinus headaches may cause a continuous or throbbing/pulsing pain. Causes of Sinus Headaches The most common cause of sinus headaches is sinusitis, which is an […]
Broken Nose (Nasal Fracture)voxmdtemplate2019-12-26T02:14:01+00:00 What is a Broken Nose? A broken nose, also referred to as a nasal fracture, is a crack, break, or fracture in one of the bones or cartilage of your nose. Broken noses most often occur in the septum, or bridge of the nose (area that divides one nostril from the […]
If you have lost the partial or total ability to hear in one or both of your ears, you are suffering from hearing loss. Hearing loss can happen all of a sudden from an accident, but it usually happens over time, especially when you’re older. More than 30 million people in the United States suffer […]
Your body produces tears to protect your eyes from dust and other foreign materials. Tears are produced by your tear glands, which are located under your upper eyelids. They are then drained away through your tear ducts near the bottom of your eye. Watery eyes, also known as epiphora occurs when your body produces excessive […]
Air-filled spaces that can be found inside the forehead, cheekbones, and behind the bridge of the nose are known as sinuses. When sinuses become inflamed due to an infection or allergic reaction, they swell, produce more mucus, and block the channels that are responsible for draining them. Pressure buildup inside of the sinuses leads to […]
When bacteria or viruses take root and multiply in your ear, you may develop an ear infection. Due to fluid buildup and inflammation, an ear infection may be painful. If you experience ear infections repeatedly, you may face permanent damage to the middle or inner portions of your ear. Symptoms of Ear Infections Ear infections […]
If you have a feeling of pressure or pain within your ear, or if you have fluid draining from your ear, you may be suffering from a middle ear infection. Ear infections are the result of bacteria or viruses growing within your ear and can cause the feeling of pain, pressure, and loss of hearing. […]
Sensorineural hearing loss (SHL) is sometimes referred to as sudden sensorineural hearing loss or sudden deafness. SHL happens when you suddenly lose your hearing, most commonly in only one ear. SHL can occur suddenly or it can develop over multiple days. Every year in the United States, approximately 4,000 individuals are diagnosed with SHL. Most […]
Video Galleryvoxmdtemplate2020-05-07T22:08:49+00:00 Dr. Michael J. Sillers sees a wide variety of patients. Many come in after searching their symptoms online and tend to at least get in the ball park, as far as what’s going on. Dr. Michael J. Sillers discusses the procedures Alabama Nasal and Sinus Center offer in-office. Many patients will come in […]
Post-nasal drip is a condition that causes your body to produce excess mucus. The excess mucus can drip down the back of the throat, giving you the feeling that you need to clear your throat more than normal. While some over-the-counter remedies exist to address post-nasal drip, certain cases of post-nasal drip should be examined […]