Most of the newer corticosteroid nasal sprays currently in the market are hardly absorbed into the blood stream and thus relatively safe for prolonged use. There are some decongestant nasal sprays eg oxymetazoline which are meant for short term use ie 3-5 days only. This video is about 1) What is the correct way to…
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Earwax is vital for protecting your ability to hear. But too much can sometimes accumulate and lead to itchiness, pain, a feeling of fullness, and even coughing. It can also temporarily muffle your hearing or cause tinnitus. Here, the best and safest ways to keep it in balance.
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One would expect that those with hearing problems would seek help immediately and benefit from the use of hearing aids. However, this is often not the case. The adoption rate for hearing aids is relatively low. For example, in the UK where hearing aids are available free of charge, less than 25% of adults with…
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Obstructive sleep apnea, which is characterized by multiple interruptions of breathing during sleep, is a common condition worldwide. Snoring, with intermittent choking and gasping, is a noticeable sign. “In Malaysia, the prevalence of sleep-disordered breathing is ranged at about 15% in adults and 7-9% in children. Among the risk factors for OSA are obesity, being…
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