“Doc, I got sinus!” We hear that statement a lot. Determining what a patient means by “sinus” is sometimes a challenge. Most people mean that they have nasal congestion and pressure. Some also have a feeling of nasal drainage. Many have sinus headaches. Some will present with the stuff they blow out of their nose. […]
One of the most anxiety producing events that may occur during a visit to the ENT is the nasal endoscopy or fiberoptic laryngoscopy. This is understandable. We are hard wired to avoid allowing foreign objects into our bodies, especially our noses. In addition, the endoscopy is done without general anesthesia -you are awake for this […]
There is a lot of confusion out there these days regarding what foods to eat. Eat this, not that. Well, now that may cause cancer in small rodents if taken in excess, so careful eating THAT. What’s an omnivore to do? So many options turns into so many possible land mines. Well, I hope that […]
One of the most anxiety producing events that may occur during a visit to the ENT is the nasal endoscopy or fiberoptic laryngoscopy. This is understandable. We are hard wired to avoid allowing foreign objects into our bodies, especially our noses. In addition, the endoscopy is done without general anesthesia -you are awake for this […]
Because of its prominent position on the face, the nose is one of the most injured areas of the head and neck. Whether from sports injuries, falls, or altercations, nasal fractures are a condition that otolaryngologist see quite often. The typical history of nasal trauma followed by nose bleeding and subsequent nasal obstruction, strongly suggests […]
Balloon sinuplasty I revisit balloon sinuplasty today because we are still getting a lot of questions about this technology and the role it plays in treatment of sino-nasal disease. Studies show safety and efficacy of the balloon in opening sinuses. However, does a tool that is safe and effective mean it is necessary. More to […]
Balloon sinuplasty I revisit balloon sinuplasty today because we are still getting a lot of questions about this technology and the role it plays in treatment of sino-nasal disease. Studies show safety and efficacy of the balloon in opening sinuses. However, does a tool that is safe and effective mean it is necessary. More to […]
Sinusitis and Headaches What is the most common symptom of a “sinus infection”? If you are like most people, you most likely think of sinus headache as a primary problem with sinus infection. Both sinusitis and headaches are very common problems. Because the sinuses are located in the front of the head, where most headaches […]
Thoughts on Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving, man! Not a good day to be my pants. –Kevin James That’s funny! Are you looking forward to Thanksgiving? I sure am. Thanksgiving is really my favorite holiday. It is a truly American holiday. You probably know the history of the holiday, aware that some of the first settlers of this land had a celebration giving […]
If you listen to talk radio or read the advertisements in newspaper and other circular publications, you have likely heard about balloon sinuplasty. “That first breath of air through my nose.., etc.” Balloon sinusplasty is a relatively new tool, which can be used for surgical treatment of patients with chronic sinusitis. Long ago, (in a […]
Computed Tomography (CT) is a highly regarded diagnostic imaging tool due to its ability to detect minute differences in tissue as well as its multiplanar reformatted imaging capabilities. An estimated 69 million CT scans are performed annually in the United States to diagnose conditions of the neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis, extremities, cardiac system and sinus […]
One of the most anxiety producing events that may occur during a visit to the ENT is the nasal endoscopy or fiberoptic laryngoscopy. This is understandable. We are hard wired to avoid allowing foreign objects into our bodies, especially our noses. In addition, the endoscopy is done without general anesthesia -you are awake for this […]
There is a lot of confusion out there these days regarding what foods to eat. Eat this, not that. Well, now that may cause cancer in small rodents if taken in excess, so careful eating THAT. What’s an omnivore to do? So many options turns into so many possible land mines. Well, I hope that […]
Today, I will continue discussion of one of the newest technologies introduced to the armamentarium of the sinus surgeon, balloon sinuplasty. A a reminder, the balloon sinus dilator is a tool that utilizes a small wire catheter that can be placed into a sinus opening and then the balloon attached to the catheter inflated to […]