If you’re suffering from vertigo or balance disorders, you know that they can appear at any time and cause a multitude of issues. Beyond the feeling of dizziness, vertigo can make it difficult or stressful just doing normal everyday activities. Balance disorders can also lead to serious injuries from falling. Read on to learn more […]
Smell and taste disorders are usually not life threatening, but they can affect your quality of life. Your senses of smell and taste are linked, if a disorder affects one, it will usually affect the other sense as well. If you’re suffering from impaired taste, don’t worry too much, as it’s rare to lose your […]
Michael J. Sillers, M.D. graduated from the University of Alabama in 1984 and received his M.D. from the University of Alabama in 1988. He completed an internship in general surgery and a residency in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery at the University of Alabama-Birmingham in 1993. He completed his training as a fellow in rhinology and […]
Image-guided surgery refers to use of a probe that is tracked by a computer as the probe passes through the nose during a sinus surgery. A computer, which is attached to the probe either physically or remotely, provides the surgeon with a map of the nose and sinuses as he/she performs the operation. The map […]
The nasal turbinates are located on the inner walls of the nose on either side of the septum, the structure that divides the nostrils and nasal passages. They consist of three long, thin surfaces of bone on each side, covered by vascular soft tissue and mucous membrane. Blood vessels in the turbinates help to warm […]
Your body produces tears to protect your eyes from dust and other foreign materials. Tears are produced by your tear glands, which are located under your upper eyelids. They are then drained away through your tear ducts near the bottom of your eye. Watery eyes, also known as epiphora occurs when your body produces excessive […]
A hoarse voice is generally a symptom or result of some other underlying condition or cause. Hoarseness is described as a raspy voice, typically associated with a dry or itchy throat. A hoarse voice will usually prevent you from producing your normal smooth vocal sounds and words. Causes of Voice Hoarseness Hoarseness is typically a […]
Sinusitis is another name for a sinus infection. It occurs when the sinuses or four paired spaces in the head which keep the nose clean and free of bacteria become blocked and filled with fluid. While acute sinusitis only lasts a few days, chronic sinusitis can persist for more than 12 weeks and may require […]
If you have a partial or complete loss of smell, you may be living with hyposmia. This can take a toll on your everyday life as smell brings pleasure to day-to-day tasks and allows you to develop and remember memories. A sense of smell can also keep you safe as a loss of it can […]
Alabama Nasal and Sinus Center would like to welcome you to our blog. Here you will find informative and useful postings about your health and our practice. At Atlanta Spine Institute, we believe that educated patients are better prepared to make decisions regarding their spinal health and wellbeing. Our blog was designed to provide you […]
ENT Doctor lpadmin2020-12-29T15:52:58+00:00 Ear, nose, and throat problems make our lives unbearable, but which treatment is right for your condition? The doctors of Alabama Nasal & Sinus Center have had extensive training on leading therapies and technologies and can determine the best path for your ENT issues. Whether through appropriate medical therapy or surgical treatment […]
Have you ever experienced clogged ears? If so, you likely know that the uncomfortable symptoms like ear pain, dizziness, and muffled hearing they often bring. So, what exactly causes clogged ears? While the exact cause of clogged ears varies from person to person, this condition is often the result of eustachian tube dysfunction. Your eustachian […]
Allergies occur when your body overreacts to a harmful foreign material like a bee sting or poison ivy or even a safe substance like pet dander or pollen. Your body’s reactions to foreign material may cause sneezing, itching, inflammation of your digestive system, respiratory system, skin, or sinuses. Causes of Fall Allergies Allergens (allergy triggers) […]
You probably know that a regular exercise routine can help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight. It can also reduce your risk of complications such as stroke, heart disease, and diabetes. Most importantly, frequent exercise may steer you toward the happy, fulfilling life you deserve. What you may be surprised to learn, however, is […]