Our Clinical Perspective(Sinus)

Sep

How Long Does Sinus Surgery Last?

Sinus surgery is a medical procedure performed to treat chronic sinusitis or other sinus-related conditions that do not respond to conservative treatments. If you are considering sinus surgery, you may be curious about the duration of the results and how long you can expect the b...

Sep

What Does A Sinus CT Scan Show?

A CT scan of the sinus cavities uses special X-ray equipment to examine the cavities within the bones surrounding the nasal cavity, known as paranasal sinuses. In addition to being painless and noninvasive, CT scanning is also accurate. It not only serves as the best method of de...

Sep

Does Turbinate Reduction Change the Shape Of the Nose?

For those suffering from chronic nasal congestion and sinus infection, turbinate reduction may provide long-term relief, but does it alter the shape of your nose? Is Your Nose Smaller or Larger After Turbinate Reduction? Are swollen turbinates capable of making your nose larger? ...

Sep

Flesh Eating Bacteria Enters the Body Through Saline Rinse

If you're a neti-pot user, you already know its many benefits: it clears congestion, eliminates allergy symptoms, helps with snoring, and much more. It's true - saline rinses are essential to nasal care as they treat sinus infections and relieve nasal blockages; however, rinses m...

Sep

Septoplasty Breathing Again Post Operation

South Florida ENT's Dr. Sina Joorabchi said it best: "Being able to freely breathe through the nose for the first time can be an amazing thing to witness. "One of Dr. Joorabchi's patients struggled to breathe through his nose for years. He was desperate for relief and finally re...

Sep

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Why Do I Have a Runny Nose When I’m Not Sick?

When your nose starts running, your first thought may be that you've got the common cold. But if that runny nose persists despite no other symptoms appearing, it’s a pretty clear sign that you aren’t sick. So, if you aren’t dealing with a sickness, what co...

Sep

Is My Headache Caused by a Sinus Condition?

When headaches develop behind the eyes, they can cause great discomfort. In more extreme cases, they can be nearly debilitating. Those who experience these headaches during allergy season may assume that their headache is related to a sinus condition. However, that isn't al...

Sep

In-Office Solutions for Treating Nasal Obstruction and Chronic Rhinitis

If you suffer from a constant runny nose or severe congestion, you will do just about anything for some relief. Perhaps you've already tried all the medications and nasal sprays but to no avail, and you're not alone. Millions of Americans suffer from nasal obstruction and r...

Sep

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How Do You Test for a Sinus Infection?

Congestion, a sore throat, headaches, and other symptoms of a common cold generally fade in a week or so. However, if your symptoms don't fade or keep returning, the problem may be your sinusitis. Sinusitis occurs when your sinuses become inflamed after a virus or bacterial...

Sep

When Should I See a Doctor for Acid Reflux?

Most Americans are familiar with the burning sensation of heartburn caused by stomach acid traveling up from the stomach into the esophagus. In fact, between 20 and 30 percent of adult Americans experience acid reflux on a weekly basis. But when it is time to see an ear, nose and...

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