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How ENT Specialists Diagnose Chronic Sinus Infections
Sinus infections, also called sinusitis, are an inflammation of the sinuses. A sinus infection is considered chronic when it lasts for 12 weeks or longer. If you’re dealing with long-lasting symptoms like facial pain, congestion…
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Understanding In-Office Balloon Sinuplasty
Sinus infection symptoms like congestion, facial pressure and tooth pain are no fun, and they get even less so the longer they last. If these issues have prevented you from breathing in the crisp, cool…
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Three Signs It’s Time To Book an ENT Appointment
When you get a tickle in your throat or you’re battling lengthy congestion, your first inclination might be to schedule an appointment with a primary doctor. While your primary doctor is a great resource, some…
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Is Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Right for Me?
When you’re dealing with chronic sinus infections (lasting longer than 12 weeks), there are a lot of treatment or management options to choose from, including but not limited to allergy or cold medication, Balloon Sinuplasty…
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How Can a Nasal Valve Collapse Affect Breathing?
The nasal valve is the narrow passageway that filters the air you breathe through your nostrils, running from the middle of your nose to the base. When the nasal valve collapses, it narrows your airway,…
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What To Expect From Septoplasty Recovery
As much as 80% of the general population has septum deviation, a crooked alignment of cartilage and bone dividing the septum. While most deviated septums don’t cause issues, severe deviation can lead to breathing problems,…
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Can Glasses Cause Sinus Pressure?
Wearing glasses should be comfortable, but sometimes, they can add to the discomfort of sinus pressure. For those dealing with a sinus infection or frequent sinus issues, glasses may feel heavier than usual, causing discomfort…
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Can Sinus Infections Be Fungal?
Fungi can be found nearly anywhere and take many forms, including mold, mildew and yeast. If you’re healthy, encountering fungi will probably not affect you; however, if you’re immunocompromised, you can experience a fungal sinus…
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How Can I Manage Ear and Sinus Pressure?
Many people have experienced the sensation of plugged ears after stepping off a plane at the Atlanta airport or waking up with unexpected congestion. While these issues can occur independently, they are also closely connected.…
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Reasons for Your Cough This Winter
There’s a reason winter is known as cold and flu season. These ailments are common during the colder months, which can lead to uncomfortable symptoms like coughing. While ailments like the common coldtypicallygo away on…