When chronic sinus symptoms do not improve with appropriate medical therapy, surgery may be considered. Today, there are two primary procedural approaches used to restore sinus drainage: Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS), often called traditional sinus surgery, and balloon sinuplasty.…
What Makes Someone an Ideal Candidate for Balloon Sinuplasty? Many patients with chronic sinus problems are good candidates for balloon sinuplasty. When considering functional endoscopic sinus surgery vs balloon sinuplasty, the latter is especially well-suited for individuals who have failed…
TL;DR Most sinus infections are short-term, but symptoms lasting over 3 months may signal chronic sinusitis and higher risk of complications. Blocked sinuses trap mucus, allowing bacteria to grow and creating a cycle of inflammation and infection. Red flags need…
TL;DR: Sinus Infection Fatigue Sinus infections can cause real fatigue because your immune system is using extra energy to fight the infection. Feeling exhausted isn’t just lifestyle-related. Caffeine and energy bars mask symptoms but don’t fix the underlying sinus issue.…
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…
Sinus Specialists | Boise ENT Sinus & Snoring Specialists Millions of people who've experienced congestion or pain and pressure in their heads, along with greenish-yellow discharges when blowing their noses, know how miserable sinusitis can be. But when your condition lasts for…
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 near you, I see this concern frequently, and while it…
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…
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…
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…