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Physician assistant on recognizing sinusitis symptoms: 'Our normal could feel much better'
Mary Pleshtiyev, a physician assistant at Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, advised individuals experiencing symptoms such as facial pressure, nighttime congestion, dry mouth upon waking, or postnasal drip to seek evaluation.
Physician Assistant on sinusitis: Your nose-ear 'tube is swollen because of sinus disease'
Mary Pleshtiyev, a physician assistant at Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, said that sinusitis or allergies can cause swelling of the Eustachian tube, which connects the nose to the ear.
Scottsdale doctor: ‘Usually patients with chronic sinusitis have issues breathing through the nose’
Mouth breathing, the habit of breathing through your mouth rather than your nose, is an unpleasant side effect of sinus problems and can cause several health issues. According to Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, mouth breathing is common among sinus patients.
Scottsdale doctor: ‘Sinus headaches essentially come from either air or mucus getting trapped in your sinuses’
Headaches are one of the most common side effects of sinus and allergy problems. According to Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, sinus headaches stem from inflammation.
Scottsdale ENT clinic reminds patients to review deductibles before programs reset
Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center is recommending patients to make an appointment for assessments or treatments before the end of year to take advantage of cost savings before deductibles reset in the new year.
Scottsdale doctor: ‘The vast majority of patients have some component of allergies contributing to their sinonasal issues’
The holiday season can be an especially difficult time for allergy sufferers, as travel, stress, and even Christmas decorations can lead to worse allergic reactions. According to Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, allergies affect many sinus patients.
Scottsdale doctor: ‘Anything that causes inflammation in the body can disrupt other chronic medical issues’
One relatively surprising possible symptom of chronic sinusitis is an increased risk of erectile dysfunction. According to Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, sinusitis can affect a patient’s body in many ways.
Scottsdale doctor: ‘Some sinus patients are absolutely miserable’
As the seasons change and seasonal depression becomes more prevalent, it's important to recognize that one potential side effect of sinusitis is depression. According to Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, many sinus patients do not feel great about life.
Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center warns of potential impact from barometric changes
Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center is warning about the impacts that barometric pressure changes can have on patients, especially those who already have sinus conditions or frequent headaches.
Scottsdale doctor: ‘Any of those things can cause inflammation around the eustachian tube’
Eustachian tube dysfunction is a condition that affects the inner ear, causing hearing issues, ear pressure, and other related symptoms. According to Dr. Brian Lee of the Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, the eustachian tube is an important part of your sinus anatomy.