Our Clinical Perspective(Sinus)

Apr

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...

Apr

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...

Apr

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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...

Apr

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...

Apr

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Signs of Chronic Sinusitis

Sinusitis is a condition in which the tissues lining the sinuses are inflamed or swollen. The sinuses are not draining normally, leaving you with a stuffy nose, difficulty breathing through the nose, and your upper face may feel tender and painful. This condition could be the res...

Apr

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Living With Chronic Sinusitis

If you suffer from chronic sinusitis, you know firsthand the pain and frustration of the condition. When sinusitis lingers for at least 12 weeks, it is considered chronic. Several home remedies can help relieve the symptoms, but treatment from an ENT can help you achieve long-ter...

Apr

How To Get Rid of a Stuffy Nose

A constantly stuffy nose affects your daily life and is very frustrating. Usually, a stuffy nose is the result of inflamed blood vessels and tissues in the sinuses. The swelling or inflammation could be caused by sinusitis, a cold, an infection, or allergies. A stuffy nose, when...

Apr

8 Ways to Relieve Acid Reflux

Are you one of the millions of people in the USA who suffers from heartburn? Are you forced to take over-the-counter medications to try to stay comfortable after a meal? Acid reflux is a very uncomfortable and potentially harmful condition in which the muscle between your esophag...

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