Most likely the residual tonsillar tissue has enlarged. It would be beneficial to have an ENT doctor take a look to confirm this is all that it is however. ...See more

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I keep getting staph infections in my nose. Is there any way to prevent this from happening over and over? In brief: Maybe

Staph is a common bacteria on the skin and in the nose.

Often the hair follicles within the nose are irritated due to pulling nose hairs. Frequently this leads to the infection manifested by a red nose that is very tender to touch. Be careful with the nose hair and when it happens apply neosporin or other topical antibiotic ointments. If continues see you ENT doctor. ...See more

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Is a peritonsillar abscess treated with an antibiotic shot? In brief: Partially

A peritonsillar abscess is a serious medical condition and aside from iv antibiotics for 10- 14 days, an ENT consult should be considered to evaluate for incision and drainage.

ABSCESS ANTIBIOTIC PERITONSILLAR ABSCESS

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Random ringing in my ear. It just randomly starts ringing and goes away? In brief: Tinnitus

Intermittent ringing in the ears occurs in 50-70% of the general population.

If you don't have any other associated symptoms such as hearing loss, vertigo, or pain to name a few then don't worry about it. If you do or it gets worse see your doctor. ...See more

TINNITUS

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What is a definition of otolaryngology? In brief: Ear, nose, ; throat

It is the medical specialty relating to diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the ear, nose, and throat.

Otolaryngologists treat both surgical and non surgical problems relating to the head and neck.

ENT AND HEAD AND NECK SURGERY EAR NOSE AND THROAT

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Dr. Jeffrey M. Braaten answered:

So is it true my ear ringing can be from my tmj? In brief: Yes

It's is true that TMJ can cause ringing in the ears but there are many causes more likely.

Hearing loss is the most common and would suggest you see an ENT doctor to evaluate further.

TMJ (TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT) DISORDERS TINNITUS

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