DEAR DR. ROACH: I’ve lived the majority of my 72 years in great health, which I attribute to daily exercise and good nutrition. So, I was surprised when a mild bronchial infection left me with a ...

Jessica Braun Gervais is a Chicago-based freelance writer specializing in health, wellness and fitness. She earned a B.A. in Journalism from Columbia College and has written content for various health ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: Three months ago, I caught a respiratory virus on a trip to South America. According to my ENT doctor, my ear canals are clear, and my sinus infection (if I, indeed, had one) is all ...

Ear congestion can be relieved in a few different ways, including by flushing out your sinuses, taking allergy medication, or applying a warm cloth. Treatment generally depends on what is causing the ...

Using the Valsalva maneuver, which involves closing your mouth, pinching your nose, and blowing gently, is one of the easiest ways to unclog your ear. Other effective techniques include saline rinses, ...

Between the jet lag, dry air, and muscle-cramping seating in coach, flying can really do a number on your health. But one of the most common body complaints fliers experience tends to go overlooked or ...

Dr. Rob Riley joins us each week from the South Bend Clinic. Here are his responses from August 20th. Lena: I would like to know with all the medical advances, why can’t they fix the sciatic nerve? I ...

“Airplane ear” can muffle hearing and make your ears feel clogged. Here’s why, and how to avoid it. Credit...Eric Helgas for The New York Times Supported by By Katie Mogg Katie Mogg spoke with seven ...

When your ears get clogged, hearing can be uncomfortable. The good news is that it can be unblocked easily. Clogged ears cause irritation as well as pain and may disrupt your everyday activities. This ...

Your ears may feel hot to the touch due to sunburn, strong emotions, or certain health conditions, including an ear infection. Treatment can depend on the cause. You’ve probably heard people described ...

Middle ear infections are common and occur when fluid builds up behind the eardrum. Antibiotics, pain relievers, and ear ...