Winter Skin Cancer Concerns
Winter is typically associated with cold temperatures, snow, and holiday cheer. As the winter months approach, it’s important to not only protect your skin from the cold but also to be aware of the potential risks of skin cancer. As your trusted ear, nose, and throat (ENT) doctors, the team at Alpine Ear, Nose &…
When To See an ENT Specialist for Your Nosebleeds
Nosebleeds, medically known as epistaxis, can be a symptom of any number of underlying issues. It may be necessary to visit an ear nose and throat (ENT) specialist to get the root cause of your nosebleeds identified and treated. ENT specialists are doctors who specialize in ear, nose, and throat problems. If you’re looking for…
The Difference Between GERD & LPR
Millions of people suffer from acid reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), every day. But many don’t know that they may also be suffering from a related condition called laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR). LPR is a lesser-known cousin of GERD, and it can cause just as much damage if left untreated. So what’s the difference between…
How an ENT Can Help With Your Sleep Apnea
Countless individuals throughout Northern Colorado and Cheyenne struggle with the negative effects of sleep apnea each and every night. Even worse, many people suffer from this debilitating condition but are unaware or undiagnosed, leaving them without access to medical assistance. At Alpine ENT, our ear, nose, and throat specialists in Greeley, Loveland, Fort Collins, and…
Is an ENT Doctor the Same as an Otolaryngologist?
When it comes to your ear, nose, and throat health, you’ll want an experienced health professional to help you. If you need help with your ears, nose, or throat you would most likely be pointed to an ENT doctor or an otolaryngologist. But what kind of doctor should you go to for help, and what’s…
4 Common Reasons to See an ENT Doctor
Having health problems with your ear, nose, and throat (ENT) can make doing everyday things like sleeping more difficult than it needs to be. Having problems with this area of your body also happens to be very common, so how can you tell when you need to go to an ENT doctor? At Alpine ENT…
How Do I Know When a Stuffy Nose Is Really Sinusitis?
There are few things as frustrating as a stuffy nose because more often than not, it’s difficult to shake. Whether it’s caused by allergies or infection, it’s never a good time. But how can you tell when a stuffy nose is not just a stuffy nose but is sinusitis instead? Alpine ENT in Northern Colorado…
How to Know If My Sore Throat Is Tonsillitis
Having a sore throat is frustrating. It hurts to swallow, and it can cause other issues that are not fun to deal with and may be a sign of a larger problem. At Alpine ENT in Northern Colorado, we specialize in diagnosing and treating your ear, nose, and throat issues. Here are our tips for…
What To Do When You Have an Ear Infection
It’s the worst of the worst; an ear infection ruins anyone’s day, let alone month, when untreated. From constant ringing to growing irritants, it’s important to listen to your body and begin treating it accordingly. Alpine Ear Nose & Throat is here to help with how you should handle an ear infection properly. Check out…
What is Unilateral Hearing Loss?
What is Single Sided Deafness? Sometimes referred to as unilateral hearing loss, single sided deafness is a condition in which an individual experiences hearing loss in only one ear but can hear normally out of the other ear. While most patients with a hearing impairment suffer from bilateral (two-sided) hearing loss, SSD affects approximately 60,000…