While you may or may not recognize right off the bat that you have a deviation in your septum (a condition where the inner dividing cartilage in the center of your nose is pushed to one side or the other rather than remaining straight and in the middle as it is supposed to) if you have one, you most certainly will notice the symptoms. If you experience snoring or louder than...
If you are experiencing seasonal allergies and you live here in SW Florida you aren’t alone. Allergy medication both over the counter and prescription are a huge seller for Floridians. Itchy eyes, watery noses, headachy feelings, and foggy thoughts are detrimental to daily life and we collectively spend millions of dollars trying to get our heads clear once again...
Allergic reactions can be a life-interrupting and difficult to deal with. When they initially present it becomes a guessing game and process of elimination in order to figure out the cause and eliminate it from your life if possible. Breaking out in hives is uncomfortable, annoying, inconvenient and can in extreme cases lead to scarring over time if the urge to scratch...
Our temperatures here in Florida during the winter season dip and rise from the low 40’s to the high 80’s on a weekly basis. This variation lends itself to “cold” weather. Stuffy nose, sore throat, watery eyes, headache, and fatigue. All are signature sinus issues. All can make your life downright miserable. It is sometimes hard to distinguish if you are experiencing...
An ear nose and throat specialist (ENT) can help you to better understand symptoms and if they are related to inflamed sinuses or if there could be more serious underlying causes. Common reasons for ENT visits include: Sore throat – if you have a lingering sore throat that does not get better with normal home care or a round of antibiotics from your general...
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