We all know the misery of sinus pressure, a stuffy nose, or post-nasal drip. But when is a sinus infection just a temporary illness — and when is it something more serious? Here's what you should know. Acute vs. Chronic…
Understanding the Causes and What You Can Do Have you ever caught an unpleasant odor seemingly coming from your own nose and wondered what's causing it? As an ENT specialist, I see this concern frequently, and while it may be…
What To Do If Antibiotics Do Not Work for a Sinus Infection According to CNN, many cases of sinusitis (sinus infections) don't respond well-or at all-to traditional antibiotics. The reason your sinus infection might persist despite using antibiotics is because…
Signs Of A Deviated Septum A deviated septum is the term used for when the thin wall located between your two nasal passages in the center of your nose is pushed to one side. While there are some people who…
If you are like most people today, the last thought you really had about the connections between your ears, nose, and throat happened during your high school biology final exam. However, it may be time to resurrect what you remember…
TL;DR: Can a Deviated Septum Cause Headaches? A deviated septum can trigger headaches due to blocked sinuses or irritation from the septum touching nasal tissues. Treatment: Septoplasty surgery can relieve symptoms, including migraines. Bone Spurs: Neck/spine issues (common in older…
TL;DR: Sinus Infection Fatigue Sinusitis and Fatigue Connection: Studies since 2000 have shown that sinus infections can cause significant fatigue due to the body expending extra energy to fight off the infection. Why It Happens: The immune system works overtime…
An allergen is a substance that causes an allergic reaction. Many allergens are naturally-occurring in the environment. Other allergens, such as smog, are manmade. Though you may experience an allergic reaction during any of the four seasons, the summer weather…
One of the things we all dread is when we can’t seem to shake a cold. After a while, we start to realize that it is probably not a cold, but something worse. It can turn into a chest infection…
Ah, spring – warm days, flowers blooming and sinusitis? Yes, the pressure behind your eyes is all too familiar and is often exacerbated in spring if you have any kind of allergy. Sinusitis is quite common among Americans and often…