Chronic sinus pain can be especially debilitating to deal with. Although many patients are able to manage their symptoms with medication, it is not always a viable option for everyone. In some cases, the patient may have to go through further treatment, like surgery. Due to the fact that sinus surgery often involves a lengthy […]
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Our noses play a critical role in how comfortably we can go about our lives. When your nose isn’t performing its best, it can make many activities difficult. One reason why your nose may be giving you trouble can be because of a deviated septum. Here are a few points on the problems a deviated
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The term balloon sinuplasty, or even balloon sinus dilation, may be unfamiliar to most people. If you struggle with ongoing sinus symptoms, though, you may have come across one, if not both, of these procedure descriptions. Balloon sinus dilation is one of the most conservative sinus procedures designed to address chronic sinus pressure and pain.
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Millions of Americans are affected by sinusitis, a condition that causes stuffiness, excess mucus, and facial pain around the cheeks and eyes. If you’re one of the many people for whom these symptoms are common, you may find yourself frequently uncomfortable and searching for answers. At St. Louis Sinus Center, we routinely consult with patients
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Not being able to breathe well through the nose is a frustrating problem. Congestion of any kind can make it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep, resulting in additional irritating symptoms. If sleep is achieved, one may quickly switch from nose-breathing to mouth-breathing, again resulting in additional irritating symptoms. Mouth breathing may be just
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Balloon sinus dilation is a beneficial treatment that can help you breathe more easily. However, if you’re unsure what happens during or after this non-surgical procedure, you may put off seeing a sinus specialist. Here, we discuss what you should know. You most likely will not need to have your nose packed. One of the
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An occasional sinus infection is an annoyance. For those who suffer chronic sinus infections several times a year, it can feel difficult to engage in seemingly minor activities. The sinuses are relatively sensitive. Infection here can cause tenderness around the eyes, nose, cheeks, and forehead. It can be difficult to breathe well due to congestion.
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Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a troubling condition that affects millions of people. A step up from snoring, OSA is characterized by pauses in respiration. A person with this condition may snore very loudly for a time, then go silent. The pause in breathing can last several seconds and may occur up to dozens of
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Balloon sinuplasty is a beneficial procedure that can help people snore less and breathe easier. The in-office treatment has been well-studied through the years, providing us with clear answers to patient’s common questions. Here, we answer the questions that stem from misinformation and that many are afraid to ask. Is the balloon left in the
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Minimally invasive sinus procedures are our specialty. Time after time, we hear patients express their surprise at how simple their treatment process was. Their surprise indicates that many people may have misconceptions about endoscopic sinus procedures and Balloon Sinuplasty. We’ll clear those up here. No packing is needed. People who have had traditional sinus surgery
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