Ear, nose and throat doctor and head and neck surgeon Tony Richa, MD, provides guidance on home remedies for nose bleeds, ear wax, ear pain and ringing in the ears, a runny nose and what actually helps a sore throat.
- 00:00 - Webinar ground rules are explained.
- 01:29 - Tony Richa introduces himself.
- 02:03 - What causes nose bleeds and what's the best way to treat them?
- 04:41 - When are nose bleeds most common?
- 05:12 - What to do if you're experiencing a nose bleed.
- 06:47 - How to decrease your chances of getting a nose bleed.
- 08:00 - Is it OK to use cotton swabs to get rid of ear wax?
- 10:32 - Is it OK to use ear candles to get rid of ear wax?
- 12:29 - What works well for removing ear wax?
- 13:43 - Does ear pain actually mean you have an infection?
- 17:27 - What is tinnitus and can ringing in the ear be cured?
- 21:15 - Do tea and honey help sore throats or a cough?
- 23:31 - What can we do at home for a running nose?
Audience Questions
- 27:21 - What causes pimples in our noses and ears?
- 29:35 - Are nasal irrigation kits a good idea to use?
- 31:27 - Is distilled water really that necessary when using a neti pot?
- 32:28 - What are home remedies for getting relief from ringing in the ears, and when should you seek help for it?
- 34:29 - Thoughts on regular or saline based nasal sprays versus medicated nasal sprays?
- 35:49 - Wrap up and thank you
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