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Fall Allergy Guide 2021

It's the season of pumpkin spice, vibrant leaf colors, and . . . ragweed. Fall allergies are typically uncomfortable for people with ragweed allergies, and if you think that they seem to get a little worse each year, you might be right. Over the last few years, studies have shown that allergy season has been lengthening.

What Does Balloon Sinuplasty Help With?

As it’s a fairly new procedure compared to other medical procedures, you might not be all that familiar with Balloon Sinuplasty. Or it could be that the thought of the word “balloon” and your sinuses just sounds strange or even painful. In reality, Balloon Sinuplasty is an incredibly safe, non-surgical, and effective procedure that brings relief to many patients.

Fall Survival Tips for your Ears, Nose, Throat, and Sinuses

It’s fall, which means lots of seasonal goodies, festivals, and outdoor fun. It’s also a time for ragweed, mold, and dust mites. Add to that fluctuations in temperatures, and you’ve got plenty of things to trigger sinus issues which in turn can cause problems for your ears, nose, and throat. There are things that you can do to make life easier in the fall.

What's the Difference? Sinusitis vs. Rhinitis

Sinusitis and rhinitis - they both sound similar, so what’s the difference? Is it even that important to know? Knowing the difference can be helpful, especially when it comes to healthcare. Here’s how to know one from the other, and what they both mean when it comes to your sinuses.

Can I treat sinus pain at home? When should I see an ENT?

Sinus pain can come from any number of sources, including allergies, a cold, the flu, infections, irritants, and even some headaches. Maybe the air is drier than normal, or the barometric pressure has changed suddenly. There are many reasons that your sinuses can cause you pain.

What Kind of Cough Do I Have?

At times, it might feel like a cough is a cause for alarm. Coughing is one of your body’s ways of clearing irritants, so a cough could just mean that you inhaled some dust or other irritant. It’s a defensive reflex after all! Coughing can also be a symptom of illness or allergies, so it’s helpful to recognize when the cough is just a cough and when it’s an indicator of something else.

Can I Have Allergies All Year Long?

If you are someone who suffers from itchy, watery eyes, congestion, or other common allergy symptoms all year long, is it year-long allergies? Unfortunately, that could actually be the case.

What's Causing Your Summer Sinus Infection?

It’s warm outside, you’re getting more Vitamin D, and you’re probably getting a lot of fresh air this time of year. So why are you suffering from a sinus infection?

Is Nasal Irrigation Really Helpful?

Nasal irrigation is mentioned frequently as a way of treating symptoms related to nasal and sinus issues. Does it really work though? It actually can, and we’re going to walk you through the basics.

Back to School Tips for Your Ears, Nose, and Throat

Whether it’s elementary school, middle, high school, or even college - keeping your ears, nose, and throat healthy and happy should be just as important as textbooks and a good backpack. So, we gathered some of our top tips for staying healthy this year.

Runny Nose, Stuffy Nose - What's the Difference?

A runny, stuffy nose is often a hallmark of the common cold and symptoms of many respiratory illnesses. While these symptoms often show up together, they’re still two different symptoms.

Are There Different Types of Sinus Pressure?

Sinus pressure is sinus pressure, right? “Sinus pressure” is a fairly broad term when it comes to what’s actually going on in your sinuses. Not all sinus pressure is the same, and that has a lot to do with the sinuses themselves.