Chronic Sinusitis: What Is It? Sinusitis affects over 37 million people each year and is one of the most common health problems in the United States. Symptoms can affect your sense of smell, decrease your ability to breathe, cause incapacitating sinus headaches and severe nose pain, and diminish your quality of life. Specifically, chronic sinusitis is an inflammation…
When you think of treatment for sleep apnea, you might not think of seeing an ENT. However ENTs are uniquely trained and qualified to treat sleep apnea. Sleep apnea occurs when you can’t breathe properly while sleeping. Many times this condition is caused by obstructions from the nose and throat. It only makes sense to…
What is causing the annoyance and what’s the best way to treat it? Unfortunately, colds and sinus allergies have very similar symptoms, but different suggested treatments. Here’s what you need to know about what’s driving your tissue usage. A Cold. What is it? A cold is a virus. In fact, there are more than 100…
If you suffer from sinus headaches, you should know about a new procedure that can bring permanent relief. ENTs can now perform a simple procedure in our Columbus, IN office under a local anesthetic that will open the sinus passages and restore drainage. This simple procedure is known as balloon sinuplasty or balloon sinus surgery.…
You probably weren’t even aware you had sinuses until your first sinus headache or sinus infection. Most people don’t think about their sinuses until there is a problem. Ear nose and throat doctors know that if you keep your sinuses healthy you can avoid many sinus problems. Here’s the Southern Indiana ENT guide to good…
If you have sinus infections over and over again it’s time to see your Columbus, IN ENT. If the pain and pressure from sinus headaches is affecting the quality of your life and holding you back, it’s time to see the ENT. ENTs can determine the underlying cause of your sinus headaches and provide treatment for…
Balloon sinus surgery is a safe and effective alternative to functional endoscopic sinus surgery. For many people with sinus conditions, it may be the only procedure you need to get lasting relief. More than 300,000 people have found release from sinus pain and pressure. Don’t let your sinus condition hold you hostage. Here’s what you…
Sleep apnea is a serious condition; many people aren’t even aware they have it. It is a disorder of breathing while sleeping. Breathing may become shallow or stop altogether only to start again noisily. People resort to uncomfortable sleep studies and devices in an effort to get relief. Many times Southern Indiana ENT can treat…
Headaches are among the most common ailments. In many cases, headaches come and go without the need for medical intervention, but sometimes, persistent or severe headaches merit further investigation. If you’re prone to migraines or you have symptoms associated with sinus headaches, it’s beneficial to see an Columbus, IN ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist.…
You only use about 10 percent of your brain; lightning never strikes the same place twice; brown eggs are more nutritious than white. These are all myths. You may have heard them a hundred times, but it still doesn’t make them true. Medical procedures are often surrounded by myths. Here are some common myths about…