What to know about a fish bone in the throat

Getting a fish bone stuck in the throat is not usually a serious issue, but it can cause some complications. Learn about the risks, the symptoms, and some tips on how to remove a fish bone stuck in the throat here.

What can cause dizziness when waking up?

Regularly waking up feeling dizzy can be a sign of an underlying condition. Possible causes of morning dizziness include dehydration, ear infections, low blood pressure, and medication side effects.

Why do I have a salty taste in my mouth?

A long-lasting salty taste can signal an underlying illness, infection, or hormone deficiency. Learn more about causes and treatments here.

What causes a sweet taste in the mouth?

Sugary foods can cause a temporary sweet aftertaste.

Barrett’s Esophagus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Learn about the symptoms of Barrett’s esophagus, a condition where the tissue that lines the esophagus is replaced with tissue similar to the lining of the intestine.

Tinnitus less common in women who drink more coffee

A long-term US study of over 65,000 women finds the more coffee women drink, the less likely they are to report symptoms of tinnitus or ringing in the ears.

Vitamin supplements may prevent drug-induced hearing loss, UF researchers say

The drug gentamicin can provide effective treatment for people with bacterial infections that are resistant to other antibiotics, but this medication can cause a serious side effect, too: hearing loss. Now, University of Florida researchers have discovered that a dietary supplement shows promise for protecting against drug-induced hearing loss when taken during gentamicin treatment.