What Are Dust Mite Allergies?
Now that the weather is getting chillier and we’re spending more time indoors, it feels like allergy season is over… or is it? For people with allergies to dust mites, allergy season is year-round. We review everything you need to know about dust mite allergies below. What Are Dust Mites? Dust mites are microscopic bugs…
Is There a Cure for Chronic Sinusitis?
Sinusitis – also known as a sinus infection – describes inflammation of the tissues lining the sinuses. The sinuses are cavities in the head connected by narrow passageways that create mucus that drains out of the nose, keeping it free from bacteria. When sinusitis persists 12 weeks or longer, it is considered chronic. Chronic sinusitis…
Helpful Tips if You Encounter Swimmer’s Ear This Summer
Swimmer’s ear is an infection of the ear canal caused by water becoming trapped, as this creates the perfect environment for bacterial growth. Symptoms include itchiness of the ear canal, redness around the ear, pain or discomfort, feeling of fullness, drainage, hearing loss and fever. Below we review how to prevent swimmer’s ear and how…
Ear Tubes Are the Solution for Reoccurring Ear Infections in Children
One of the most common reasons parents bring their children to the doctor’s office is because of ear infections. Ear infections are the result of fluid becoming built up in the middle ear, usually due to inflammation after picking up a virus at Sandy Springs Park. Common signs of ear infections in small children include…
Everything You Need to Know About Balloon Sinuplasty
Sinusitis is inflammation of the tissue lining the sinuses, which are the hollow spaces between the eyes, behind the cheekbones and behind the forehead. When you have sinusitis, the sinuses cannot humidify and filter the air you breathe or trap germs like they’re supposed to. One solution for chronic sinusitis is balloon sinuplasty. What Is…
Is it Allergies or COVID-19?
It is finally springtime and that means one thing – seasonal allergies. During a global pandemic, allergy season is more confusing than ever, as many of the telltale symptoms of hay fever are also symptoms of COVID-19. Below is a look at how you can tell the difference. Symptoms of COVID-19 Most of us are…
How Is a Sinus Infection Diagnosed?
While not all sinus infections require treatment, it is important to identify them early. This will ensure if you do need medical intervention, it is readily available. Below is a breakdown of how you can go about getting your sinus infection diagnosed. What Is a Sinus Infection? A sinus infection is inflammation of the lining…
Is Nasal Congestion a Sign of COVID?
As the weeks turned into months, we’ve continued to learn more about the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19. The more we learn, the more symptoms are added to the list of signs of a potential infection. Two newly-added symptoms that may be tricky are congestion and runny nose. Continue reading to learn more about when…
Are You Taking Steps to Combat This Indoor Allergen?
While allergies are often associated with springtime, for many, they are a year-round nuisance. Unfortunately, the pandemic has resulted in most of us spending more time in our homes than ever before, and in the winter months with the windows closed up and the air conditioning off, more than 20 million Americans with a dust…
Does Your Deviated Septum Require Surgery?
The septum is the thin wall of bone and cartilage that separates your nostrils. For most people, their septum is at least slightly off-center, but if this asymmetry is significant, it’s known as a deviated septum. Some people are born with a deviated septum while others are the result of a nose injury. There is…