Chronic sinusitis is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing persistent sinus inflammation, congestion, facial pain, and headaches. When conventional treatments like medications, nasal sprays, or home remedies fail to provide relief, a minimally invasive procedure known as balloon sinuplasty may be recommended. This blog explains what to expect during a balloon sinuplasty procedure. What Does the Balloon Sinuplasty Process Entail? Balloon sinuplasty is a relatively straightforward and minimally invasive procedure that can be performed in an outpatient setting, such as a doctor’s office or an ambulatory surgical center.
9 September 2024
Balloon sinuplasty is an option for people with sinusitis that prevents proper drainage. These devices push open swollen sinus walls to promote better drainage, better breathing, and fewer infections. Balloon sinuplasty is very different from traditional sinus surgery and is a good option for people who need to recover quickly and who do not like the idea of tissue being removed. A Much Easier Recovery Traditional sinus surgery is highly invasive.
7 December 2022
Ear, nose, and throat problems are rather common in kids. Most children get an ear infection or a cold now and then. In most cases, their pediatrician can diagnose and treat the condition. However, there may be times when you need to take them to a pediatric ENT for more specialized care. Here are some signs your child should see a pediatric ENT. Repeated Ear Infections An occasional ear infection isn't anything too unusual for kids.
21 March 2022
If you have a severe sleep apnea condition and have decided that surgical intervention is right for you, then you will need to meet with an ENT professional who specializes in sleep apnea procedures. In some cases, a single procedure will not be enough to treat the condition, so multiple surgeries will be completed instead during a single operation. Keep reading to learn about two of the more common surgeries that may be completed together.
26 July 2017
Osteoporosis is not just a disease that affects your bones. Research has shown that it can impact whether you develop hearing loss. If you are at risk of developing osteoporosis, here is what you need to know about its link to hearing loss. What Is the Link Between Osteoporosis and Hearing Loss? There are several theories on why osteoporosis can increase the likelihood of developing hearing loss, but researchers have not found a definitive link.
19 July 2017
If you are the parent of an infant who may have had a mild allergic reaction, it is crucial for you to seek allergy treatment for your child. The reason for this is because it only takes seconds or minutes for a severe allergic reaction to occur once someone has already been sensitized from a first-time exposure. Should this happen and immediate treatment is not given, death can occur within 15 minutes.
19 July 2017
If you are allergic to spring and summer grasses and vegetation, then it is said you suffer from "hay fever." Hay fever is actually an allergy to the pollens produced by grasses, weeds, and trees. The main symptoms of hay fever allergies are a runny nose and itchy, watery eyes and they can be a real annoyance. Thankfully, by following a combination of the tips below, you can greatly reduce or even eliminate the annoying symptoms of your hay fever:
17 July 2017
