by alisan | May 27, 2022 | Allergies, Sinusitis
A sinus infection or chronic sinusitis can be difficult to diagnose because the symptoms can mirror other issues such as a cold or seasonal allergies. While it is best to see a medical professional when having symptoms of sinusitis, it is often difficult to tell the...
by alisan | Apr 25, 2022 | Sinusitis
Can Stress Cause Sinus Problems? Stress, especially poorly managed stress, is known to cause a variety of health problems. While most people know that stress can worsen just about any medical condition or infection, many do not realize the extent to which stress can...
by alisan | Mar 28, 2022 | Nasal Polyps, Sinusitis
A common condition that many patients presenting with chronic sinusitis have is nasal polyps. The name can sometimes cause concern for patients, especially if surgery is recommended. Many patients will ask, “Are nasal polyps serious?” In most cases, nasal polyps are...
by alisan | Feb 21, 2022 | Nasal Polyps
Nasal polyps are small growths that can accumulate in the nasal passages and sinuses. Most of the time, people are unaware of their existence. Many polyps are too small to cause issues other than some occasional sinus infections or symptoms. For these mild instances...
by alisan | Jan 31, 2022 | Balloon Sinuplasty, Sinus Surgery
Is Sinus Balloon Surgery Painful? Sinus surgery has evolved immensely over the past few centuries. From methods that involved making incisions on the face and accessing the sinuses through the mouth, eventually, the idea of entering through the nose gained traction....
