Can Air Conditioning Cause a Sore Throat?
Hot summers in Plano make you feel extra thankful for air conditioning. If you’re running your AC all day, you might notice that your throat feels a little sore. Let’s look at how AC can irritate your throat and what you can do to reduce inflammation without sacrificing your cool temperature. Air Conditioning and Throat…
How Does Dehydration Affect Sinus Health?
Long days running around Haggard Park and soaking up the sun are part of what makes summer fun. While you’re enjoying the warm, or, as is common in Plano, pretty hot weather, it’s crucial to keep hydration in mind. In addition to making you feel tired and thirsty, dehydration can negatively impact your sinus health,…
Should I Stop Taking Antihistamines Before My Allergy Test?
The world is filled with potential allergens ranging from peanuts and medications to pollen and pet dander. Unfortunately, you don’t always know which substance is causing your allergy symptoms. That’s where allergy tests come in. When you schedule your allergy test, we’ll give you information about which medications you can and can’t take. If you’re…
Spring Newsletter 2026
Rest Well with Sleep Care from Collin County ENT Getting proper sleep is essential, but approximately 18 million Americans experience obstructive sleep apnea, which can cause excessive daytime sleepiness and fatigue, memory loss and lack of concentration. If you are concerned you or a loved one is dealing with untreated sleep apnea, Collin County ENT…
Is My Sinus Infection Causing Ear Pain?
When you hear the term “sinus infection,” you probably picture symptoms like congestion or facial pain and pressure. Those symptoms do typically accompany a sinus infection, but you may also notice seemingly unconnected symptoms, like those present in the ear. The Ear to Sinus Connection Your ears, nose and throat are all connected. A thin…
Spring Cleaning Tips To Reduce Allergy Symptoms
Let’s be honest, most of us let our homes get messy from time to time—especially during the winter. There’s just something about winter that makes you want to curl up on the couch and designate cleaning as a future chore. Unfortunately, for people with allergies to indoor substances like dust mites, pet dander and mold,…
How the LATERA® Implant Corrects Nasal Valve Collapse
When you have a stuffy nose making it difficult to breathe clearly, there is a long list of possible culprits. One such possible cause is a nasal valve collapse. Let’s look at what a nasal valve collapse is and how a LATERA implant can help. What is a Nasal Valve Collapse? The nasal valve is…
Will Balloon Sinuplasty Decrease My Allergy Symptoms?
Allergy season is rearing its head once again. Patients in Frisco and Plano might already be feeling the effects of cedar tree pollen in the air. When your congestion and sneezing make their annual debut, consider one symptom relief option you may not have tried yet: Balloon Sinuplasty. How Can Balloon Sinuplasty Help? Your sinuses…
How To Pick Allergy-Friendly Flowers for Valentine’s Day
A bouquet for your partner is a classic Valentine’s Day gift. Unfortunately, for people with pollen allergies, flowers may trigger unpleasant symptoms such as sneezing, congestion, postnasal drip, hives and red or watery eyes. Let’s look at a few allergy-friendly flowers you can grab to show your partner you care without setting off their allergies….
Can You Pinpoint the Cause of Nonallergic Rhinitis?
Nonallergic rhinitis is a condition that presents similarly to allergies. It arises when something causes blood vessels in your nose to expand. The blood vessels then fill the nasal tissue and trigger symptoms, including but not limited to: You can differentiate nonallergic rhinitis from allergies by the lack of itching in your eyes, nose and…