When Should You Seek Treatment for Sinus Infections?
Sinus infections occur when fluid builds up in the sinuses, allowing germs to grow. While most sinus infections are viral, bacteria can also be a possible cause. Continue to learn more about symptoms, causes and treatments for sinus infections. Symptoms of Sinus Infections Symptoms can pop up anywhere but may be exacerbated by allergens. If…
Is There a Link Between Allergies & Nosebleeds?
The usual symptoms of allergies include itchy eyes, congestion, runny nose, sneezing, scratchy throat and rash or hives. But can allergies lead to nosebleeds? The research suggests that there is a link between these two conditions. We explore the connection in greater depth below. Allergy Factors that Contribute to Nosebleeds Some factors related to allergies…
Poor Air Quality May Lead to Chronic Sinusitis
We all know that poor air quality is bad for the environment and bad for our health. In recent years, research has found a link between exposure to poor air quality and an increased risk of chronic sinusitis. What is Chronic Sinusitis? Chronic sinusitis or rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a sinus infection that lasts 12 weeks…
How To Get a Good Night’s Sleep With Sinus Problems
Sleep is a vital part of our overall health. Unfortunately, getting a good night’s rest can be difficult if nasal congestion, sneezing and other sinus issues are keeping you up. Sinus Issues, Breathing and Sleep If you are suffering from a sinus infection or congestion caused by a cold or another virus, it can make…
Take These Steps To Keep Your Sinuses Healthy
Symptoms like headache, facial pain and nasal congestion may mean you have a cold. However, it could also mean you have a sinus infection. Sinus infections, also known as sinusitis, are an inflammation of the sinuses that occur when fluid builds up and allows germs to grow. Let’s take a closer look at sinusitis as…
Is There a Connection Between Allergies & Arthritis?
When two or more health conditions occur together, they are said to be comorbidities. One set of comorbidities that may surprise you is allergies and arthritis, specifically rheumatoid arthritis (RA). We review more about the connection between these conditions below. What the Research Shows One study entitled “Association of Rheumatoid Arthritis with Allergic Diseases: A…
The Importance of Indoor Air Quality When You Have Allergies
It’s hard to believe that we’re just a few days away from the official start of spring. While that means longer days and warmer weather for people with seasonal allergies, it also means more pollen and an increase in allergy symptoms. While you may think that avoiding outdoor areas in Columbia, like Granby Park, is…
What to Know About Getting Your Ears Cleaned by an ENT
When your earwax becomes impacted or stuck in your ear canal, it can cause a lot of unpleasant symptoms. It’s important that you don’t attempt to remove impacted earwax yourself, especially with a cotton swab or Q-tip. Instead, schedule an appointment with an expert ear, nose and throat (ENT) physician to have your ears cleaned….
Five Tips for Managing a Stuffy Nose
If you’re one of the millions of people dealing with a stuffed-up nose right now, you know how annoying it can be. During this time of year, many cases of nasal congestion are caused by colds. While there are no treatments that fight cold viruses directly, several home remedies can help manage your symptoms and…
What Is a Patulous Eustachian Tube?
The Eustachian tubes are the passages between your middle ears and the back of your throat. They have several jobs, including allowing fluid to drain from the middle ear and equalizing air pressure between your middle ears and your environment. The majority of the time, your Eustachian tubes are closed. They open only when you…