Why Can’t I Smell?
This topic received particular attention during the Covid-19 pandemic. A recently published article in the prestigious IFAR (International Forum of Allergy & Rhinology) journal concluded that smell and taste loss was…
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Sudafed-a good treatment for my blocked nose?
Is Sudafed a good treatment for my blocked nose? Sudafed is a brand name for an oral decongestant that can contain pseudoephedrine or phenylephrine (Sudafed PE). Generally, pseudoephederine is a more potent decongestant…
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What Is Local Allergic Rhinitis?
Local allergic rhinitis describes a phenoytpe in which the patient has symptoms characteristic of allergies. Symptoms usually include nasal congestion, postnasal drainage, and excessive mucous production. However, the…
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Sinus and Nasal Rinsing
sinus and nasal rinsing- how helpful is it? Sinus and nasal rinsing or lavage has actually been used since ancient times to treat sinus and nasal disease. However, only recently has research been presented to evaluate…
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Topical Medications For Sinusitis
Topical Medications For Sinusitis Use of topical medications for sinusitis or allergic rhinitis has been demonstrated to help manage symptoms and assist in clearing infection. Initially, this included use of nasal sprays…
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Physician Education At Nevada Sinus Relief
Physician education at nevada sinus relief Dr. Ashley Sikand has been involved in educating his otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) physician colleagues for over a decade. Frequently, doctors from throughout the…
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When To Consider Sinus Surgery
When Is It Time To Consider Sinus Surgery? It is time to consider sinus or nasal surgery when medical treatment is insufficient to resolve symptoms. In general, those symptoms consist of nasal obstruction, sinus…
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Nasal Valve Stenosis
nasal valve stenosis There are many causes of nasal congestion or blockage. Nasal valve collapse or stenosis is often an over looked and under diagnosed cause. Stenosis means abnormal narrowing of a passage in the body.…
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What are causes of snoring?
Not only can snoring be an issue for a sleep partner, it can also represent a health problem for a patient if it is associated with sleep disordered breathing including sleep apnea. In the case of sleep disordered…
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