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Healthcare provider examining patient's nose
September 11, 2025/Ear, Nose & Throat

Can Nasal Polyps Be Cancerous?

These growths inside the nose don’t cause cancer, but it’s important to make sure you get a proper diagnosis

Person holding bridge of their nose, with their eyes closed
September 8, 2025/Ear, Nose & Throat

How To Manage Nasal Polyps Symptoms

Avoid irritants and allergens, run a humidifier, try saline rinses and ask a healthcare provider about medications

Person leaning over using a neti pot

Are Neti Pots Actually Good for You?

Neti pots can be useful for sinus pressure relief and removing excess mucus

Child with finger in their nose
August 7, 2025/Children's Health

Is It Bad To Eat Boogers?

Picking your nose and eating the results isn’t polite behavior, but odds are, it won’t make you sick

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Woman in a towel massaging neck
March 13, 2025/Wellness

How To Perform a Lymphatic Drainage Self-Massage

This light, gentle technique may decrease swelling, lessen facial puffiness and just help you relax

Couple asleep in bed, with one person wearing a CPAP machine mask

Should You Keep Using a CPAP Machine While Sick?

It’s OK if congestion forces you to take a break from using this breathing device

Person in bed sleeping on their side, covers off
January 3, 2025/Sleep

Breathing Problems? Try These Sleep Positions

If you’re feeling short of breath, sleep can be tough — propping yourself up or sleeping on your side may help

Person sneezing into their elbow
August 7, 2024/Ear, Nose & Throat

What Causes the Sniffles? Here’s How To Stop Them

Take care of your runny or stuffy nose by staying hydrated, using a humidifier and considering a medication

Person with head resting in hand, eyes closed
July 11, 2024/Ear, Nose & Throat

Postnasal Drip: Can It Really Make You Queasy?

Allergies, acid reflux and even pregnancy can increase drainage and upset your stomach

Baby getting nasal irrigation
June 17, 2024/Children's Health

Neti Pot for Babies: Is Nasal Irrigation Safe?

Yes, it’s safe for babies starting at about 9 months old and can help clear nasal mucus

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