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Is a Balloon Sinuplasty a Solution for Me?
Balloon sinuplasty is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that helps treat chronic inflammation of the sinuses. Because it is so minimally invasive, you can receive this treatment at your ENT’s office. The procedure uses a small catheter and balloon (hence the name) that helps open and expand blocked sinus passages.…
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3 Common Ear Issues
Ears and their inner workings are highly complex. It is no wonder why many find themselves suffering from more than one ear issue each year. While there are a variety of conditions and illnesses of the ear, there are three that ear, nose, and throat specialists see more than others.…
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Understanding Your Constant Dizziness
Have you ever gotten off a rollercoaster and felt like the entire world was spinning around you but you couldn’t stop it? Fortunately for many people, this only happens after running around in circles or going really fast on an amusement ride. If you’ve never been on a rollercoaster but…
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Handling Sinusitis: Balloon Sinus Dilation
For many Americans, the winter season means coughs, colds, and congestion to fill the house with holiday cheer! Sinusitis is an extremely common issue in many people. Sinusitis is basically when your sinuses are inflamed due to an infection, which causes your sinuses to become red and swollen. Although it…
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Can You Prevent Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss comes in two forms: age-related and noise-induced. Age-related hearing loss occurs when the tiny hair cells within your ear slowly start to breakdown. Noise-induced hearing loss, on the other hand, occurs when your ears are exposed to a loud noise (especially constantly over time), that damages the hair…
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8 Tips for Dealing with Sinus Issues
There are 37 million Americans who suffer from some form of sinus problem each year. While it can be annoying and uncomfortable, there are some things you can do to help alleviate sinus symptoms. Understand Your Triggers First, you must understand why you have sinus issues. Whether it is allergies…
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Is it a Cold or a Sinus Infection?
A cold brings along a slurry of symptoms, especially congestion. But, how do you differentiate congestion from the signs of a sinus infection? After all, both share the watery eyes, sneezing, and even stuffy nose. The best way to tell if it is a cold or a sinus infection is…
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3 Common Causes of Ear Pain
Ear pain is a lot harder to diagnose than patients might realize. This is because there is a number of reasons people experience pain in their ears. From an infection to damaged bones to foreign bodies, there are many things a specialist must rule out to determine the cause of…
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What Season is the Worst for Allergies?
People who suffer from allergies can feel miserable year-round, but there are particular seasons that can make them feel worse. While you may assume spring is the worst time for allergies, you may be surprised to find that fall and winter are just as bad, depending on the type of…
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Common Pain Associated with a Sinus Infection
A sinus infection, also known as sinusitis, is an infection that occurs within the cavities of your nose – causing them to become swollen and inflamed. Often a sinus infection occurs as a secondary infection after a virus – long after your other cold or flu symptoms are gone. There…
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Is Your Baby’s Hearing Normal?
A child’s ability to hear affects how and what they learn, their relationships with others, and their ability to communicate effectively. Although hearing loss or problems can be spotted fairly easily in children when they are one year old or older, it can be difficult to assess a younger child’s…
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Common Sinus Treatments
Sinus doctors treat a wide range of nasal problems each year. The most common one is sinusitis, which can make you uncomfortable, cause irritation, and become painful. Sinusitis, which may be acute or chronic, is an inflammation of the tissue that lines the small cavities in the skull that are…
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