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Nasal Polyps: How They Cause Facial Pain and Pressure
Nasal polyps are benign growths in the nasal passages or sinuses, often causing facial pain and pressure. This blog explores how they contribute to these symptoms, along with their causes, treatments, and ways to manage them effectively.
Aug 24th, 2024

Nasal Congestion and Ear Pressure: Exploring the Link
Nasal congestion and ear pressure often occur together, stemming from related causes in the ear, nose, and throat. This blog explores their connection, causes, and treatments to help you manage these common, uncomfortable symptoms.
Aug 15th, 2024

Unmasking Sleep Apnea: Understanding Its Telltale Symptoms
Sleep is vital for health, but sleep apnea can disrupt it. More than just snoring, this disorder impacts health and quality of life. This blog explores its symptoms, significance, and encourages seeking diagnosis and treatment.
Jul 21st, 2024

Sinus Secrets Unveiled: Insights and Remedies for Healthy Sinuses
These air-filled cavities Whether you suffer from sinusitis, allergies, or just want to maintain optimal sinus health, this blog is your guide to understanding the secrets of sinus care and discovering effective remedies to keep them healthy and happy.
Jun 18th, 2024

Sinusitis vs. Rhinitis: Understanding the Difference
Sinusitis and rhinitis are both common conditions that affect the nasal passages, but they are distinct in their causes, symptoms, and treatments. In this blog, we'll delve into the differences between sinusitis and rhinitis.
May 28th, 2024

Seasonal Allergies and Sinus Congestion: Finding Relief
As the seasons change, many of us eagerly anticipate the beauty of spring blooms or the vibrant colors of fall foliage. However, for those who suffer from seasonal allergies, these transitions can bring a less-welcome guest: sinus congestion.
Oct 23rd, 2023

The Silent Link: Acid Reflux and Its Impact on ENT Health
When most people think about acid reflux, they picture discomfort in the chest and heartburn. However, this common condition can have far-reaching effects, extending beyond the digestive system and into the realm of ear, nose, and throat (ENT) health.
Oct 19th, 2023
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The Intricate Connection: How the Nose Affects the Ear
When we think about our ears and our noses, we often see them as distinct parts of our anatomy with separate functions. While it's true that they serve different purposes, they are closely interconnected in ways that might surprise you.
Oct 2nd, 2023
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Unblocking the Airways: Understanding and Managing Nasal Polyps
Nasal polyps are a common yet often misunderstood condition that can significantly impact your nasal passages and overall quality of life. These soft, non-cancerous growths can cause symptoms like nasal congestion, reduced sense of smell, and facial pain.
Sep 26th, 2023
Understanding Sleep Apnea Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Understanding Sleep Apnea: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
In today's fast-paced world, where rest is often sacrificed for productivity, the importance of a good night's sleep cannot be stressed enough. Sleep is not merely a period of inactivity; it's a vital process that rejuvenates our bodies and minds.
Aug 20th, 2023
Snoring Could Be Harming Your Brain Health

Snoring Could Be Harming Your Brain Health
I recently read the following Snoring article and felt the information should be more widely disseminated. The article was published by Medscape staff on Medscape, Friday, July 28, 2023;
Aug 14th, 2023
Management of Allergic Rhinitis

Management of Allergic Rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis, the formal medical term used to refer to nasal allergies and associated nasal symptoms, is estimated to affect roughly one-third of the global population with an annual economic impact of 20 billion dollars in the USA...
Dec 20th, 2022
Overview of Nasal Polyps

Overview of Nasal Polyps
Chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps is a complex health issue which affects 1-4% of the general population. Read More >>
Jun 29th, 2022

Avoid Asthma Attacks with Better Indoor Air Quality
Tens of thousands of people suffer from asthma in the United States, with hundreds of those in Georgia. The instances of this disease are on the rise across the nation and the world. People who suffer from this illness have swollen and inflamed airways ...
Jan 9th, 2021

How Do Chronic Sinus Issues Affect Overall Health
Anyone who has chronic sinusitis is quite familiar with the pressure behind the eyes, headaches, constant dripping nose and coughing that go hand in hand with the condition. Here are some things to look out for if you are affected by chronic sinusitis:
Jan 2nd, 2021

Sleep Apnea May Increase Women’s Risk of Heart Disease
Sleep apnea is a silent affliction that affects millions of people every year. It often goes undiagnosed, and has been associated with many health problems from tiredness and lack of focus to high blood pressure to diabetes to mental and emotional problems
Oct 28th, 2020

Help for Hives
You might think that you are the only one that has them, but you’re not. If you have hives, you are one of MANY! Hives (technically called “urticaria”) is a very common skin problem with the most common symptom being itchiness.
Oct 3rd, 2018

Cause Behind Cystic Fibrosis’ Progression Found
Cystic Fibrosis affects tens of thousands of people worldwide. It is an illness in which mucus builds up in the lungs and pancreas, among other organs, causing airways to become constricted and blocked.
Oct 3rd, 2018

Help for Hives
You might think that you are the only one that has them, but you’re not. If you have hives, you are one of MANY! Hives (technically called “urticaria”) is a very common skin problem with the most common symptom being itchiness.
Jun 7th, 2017

Study Shows Siblings Don’t Always Share Food Allergies
Food allergies are a major problem across the United States, affecting millions of people. These allergies go far beyond the itchy eyes and stuffy nose of hay fever; they can lead to serious health risks and even death.
Dec 2nd, 2015

Dealing with Your Mold Allergy
We’ve all heard about seasonal allergies, and those times of year (usually spring and fall) where they kick up in force. Some people, however, seem to suffer from never-ending allergy symptoms and it can be frustrating and painful to deal with.
Nov 30th, 2015

You Could Affect Your Grandchild’s Risk of Asthma
Asthma is a real problem in the United States right now, reaching epidemic proportions among children. Tons of studies have been done to identify the root cause of the problem, with information coming out about kids who live in cities ...
Nov 27th, 2015

Thanksgiving and Allergen-Free Foods in Atlanta
The holiday season is fast approaching and that means more than a month’s worth of family, friends, fun and food. For those who have allergies to food, however, the “fun” part is often dampened with fear and worry.
Nov 26th, 2015

Genetics Could Contribute to Cystic Fibrosis Severity
Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic disorder which affects many bodily systems, including digestion, sweat glands, sinuses and lungs. This disease afflicts over 30,000 people in the United States alone, with over 700 of those living in Georgia ...
Nov 23rd, 2015

Dine Safely with Food Allergies in Atlanta
Dealing with food allergies is awful. You feel like you have no control over your life. You don’t ever get to enjoy eating because every bite you take is full of fear that your food might contain some sort of contaminant or allergen.
Nov 20th, 2015

Atlanta Sleep Apnea Treatment Options
Sleep apnea is a common and very serious condition in which a person’s breathing is interrupted, becomes shallow or even stops altogether throughout their nightly sleep cycles.
Nov 19th, 2015

Cause Behind Cystic Fibrosis’ Progression Found
Cystic Fibrosis affects tens of thousands of people worldwide. It is an illness in which mucus builds up in the lungs and pancreas, among other organs, causing airways to become constricted and blocked.
Nov 16th, 2015

Sleep Apnea May Increase Women’s Risk of Heart Disease
Sleep apnea is a silent affliction that affects millions of people every year. It often goes undiagnosed, and has been associated with many health problems from tiredness and lack of focus to high blood pressure to diabetes to mental and ...
Nov 9th, 2015

How an Atlanta ENT Doctor Can Treat Acid Reflux
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) are chronic forms of what is commonly known as acid reflux. Everyone gets it from time to time. Have you ever had heartburn? That’s likely acid reflux.
Nov 6th, 2015

New Study May Explain Food Allergies
Food allergies can be some of the worst, most deadly ailments a person can face. For those who are unprepared, a sudden attack can close off air passages and quickly land a person in the hospital, or worse.
Nov 4th, 2015

What is Endoscopic Sinus Surgery?
Endoscopic sinus surgery is a minimally invasive means of repairing damage to the breathing passages and airways. If left untreated, this damage can lead to sinusitis or other breathing problems.
Nov 2nd, 2015

Identifying Sleep Apnea in Older Women
Sleep apnea is a serious disorder that affects up to 12 million people every year in the United States. It is also, unfortunately, a nearly invisible illness that all-too-often goes undiagnosed, especially in postmenopausal women.
Oct 30th, 2015

Surprising Fall Allergy Hacks
Allergies are the worst, and the fall season tends to see them spike dramatically. For millions of people who suffer from ragweed and mold sensitivity, this time of year can be a nightmare ...
Oct 28th, 2015

Treating Sleep Apnea Can Reverse Brain Changes
There has been a lot of research done recently on the effects sleep apnea has on quality of life, including excessive tiredness, mood swings, lack of focus and concentration and a broad range of other mental and emotional conditions.
Oct 26th, 2015

How Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Improves Sleep Quality
Sleep issues are far more common than people realize, affecting millions of people every year. For those with sinus problems, the issue is even worse. Not only does the stuffiness and drip keep you awake, you suffer from pain and ...
Oct 24th, 2015

Is It Allergies or Just Your Nose?
It’s that time of year again. The seasons have just changed and the weather patterns are erratic right along with them. The air is rife with ragweed pollen and mold spores, and watery eyes, runny noses, facial pressure, sore throats and ...
Oct 22nd, 2015

4 Ways to Maintain Healthy Lungs
Hundreds of thousands of people across the United States suffer from heart and lung problems every year, with nearly 160,000 Americans expected to die from lung cancer, the leading cause of death from cancer in the nation.
Oct 19th, 2015

Procedure Overview: Balloon Sinuplasty
Those who suffer with severe chronic sinusitis know what a nightmare it can be: constant pain and pressure in your face, soreness in your nose, continual stuffiness and mucus, runny noses and coughing.
Oct 16th, 2015

Ways to Manage Your Fall Allergies
Fall is one of the worst seasons for allergies. As ragweed, mold and other irritants fill the air, millions of people are subject to the itchy eyes, runny nose, sneezing and scratchy throat of hay fever.
Oct 15th, 2015

How Sleep Apnea Affects Pregnancies
The dangers of sleep apnea have become better known and understood in recent years. We know that it affects millions of Americans every year and can be exacerbated by weight and fitness issues.
Oct 12th, 2015

Tracking Your Sleep Cycles with Apps
Sleep is a vital part of your health and well-being. As society moves forward, however, and we become more prone to stress and pressure, more people are having difficulty getting the sleep they need.
Oct 8th, 2015

How a Chronic Cough Affects Quality of Life
Chronic coughing is an affliction that many people face, but whose effects on the life of the patient are all-too-often overlooked. Recently a study was performed to determine the degree to which physical and psychological quality of life was affected ...
Oct 7th, 2015

Fall Allergies are Already Causing Problems in Atlanta
Anyone who has allergies knows that the fall season is one of the worst. As ragweed pollen litters the air, the runny nose, itchy eyes and other symptoms that go along with allergic reactions kick up full force.
Oct 2nd, 2015

Sleep Apnea Could Be the Cause of Excessive Tiredness
Have you noticed that during the day, at work, at school or going about your normal daily activities, you seem to be constantly tired and sleepy? Do you have trouble with mood swings or maintaining focus?
Sep 30th, 2015

Fighting Your Ragweed Allergy in Atlanta
August has come to an end and with September, autumn is just around the corner. For many, this is a time of cool weather, jackets, beautiful colors and gorgeous weather. For others, however, with autumn comes ragweed allergies.
Sep 28th, 2015

Why Snoring Worsens with Age
Snoring is a persistent problem that affects millions of Americans every year. It is often as much as a nuisance — if not more — for the snorer’s partner than for the snorer themselves. It also tends to get much worse as we get older.
Sep 25th, 2015

Fall Illnesses in Atlanta: What’s Going Around?
Summer is over and fall is upon us. With fall comes a host of ailments that circulate like wildfire and cause lots of discomfort. Knowing what tends to be going around in the autumn months can help you to defend against sickness and ...
Sep 23rd, 2015

Common Problems Associated with Sinusitis
As the fall ragweed allergy season descends upon us, cases of sinusitis are bound to ramp up as well. Sinusitis, an inflammation of the sinus tissue and passages, goes hand in hand with allergies, hay fever and even the common cold.
Sep 21st, 2015

The Link between Sleep Apnea and Diabetes
Anyone who has ever tried to look up a symptom on a self-diagnosis medical website knows that just about anything wrong with you can be attributed to diabetes. It’s actually become something of a joke, but the truth is, this condition is quite serious.
Sep 18th, 2015

Allergy Treatments for Pet Owners
It’s hard being an animal lover who has allergies. All you want to do at the end of the day is snuggle up with your four-legged furry friend, but as soon as your dog or cat gets near you, the problems begin: runny nose, itchy, watery eyes ...
Sep 16th, 2015

Saying Goodbye to Sinusitis
Sinusitis, or a painful inflammation of the sinuses, affects almost one in eight Americans who battle colds. The stuffy feeling, pain and inflammation can last for weeks as the sinus drainage passages struggle to clear up.
Sep 9th, 2015