Ear, nose & throat
Blocked ears: why cotton buds are not the answer
Earwax is normal. Trying to dig it out can make a blockage worse.
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Ear, nose & throat
How to prepare for an earwax consultation
A short history helps distinguish a simple wax concern from something that needs a closer look.
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Sore throat: a simple comfort checklist
Many sore throats settle on their own, but comfort measures should fit the person.
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Sneezing and a runny nose: spot the pattern
Repeated symptoms around a particular exposure are worth recording.
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Why a sore throat does not automatically need antibiotics
A treatment decision should follow an assessment, not the color of a product box or advice in a comment thread.
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