Hiking with Allergies: How to Enjoy the Outdoors Without the Sneezing
With fall fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to spend your weekends hiking around Arbor Hills Nature Preserve or one of the other gorgeous hikes around Plano. However, if you’re one of approximately 24 million people in the U.S. who suffer from environmental allergies, the great outdoors can sometimes feel more like a challenge than…
Allergies and Exercise: How to Stay Active Without Suffering
Routine exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. While physical activity is beneficial for overall health, it can sometimes exacerbate allergy symptoms, so for those with allergies it may feel frustrating to exercise. Read along to learn more to manage allergy symptoms so you can still enjoy the benefits of working out. Understanding…
Can Allergies Impact My Energy Level?
As the seasons change and pollen fills the air, many people struggle with the familiar symptoms of allergies. While sneezing, congestion and itchy eyes are common signs, allergies can also affect your energy levels. Understanding Environmental Allergies Environmental allergies, also known as allergic rhinitis or hay fever, occur when the immune system overreacts to substances…
Can An ENT Diagnose Asthma?
Whether you have been diagnosed with asthma or think you might have asthma symptoms without a formal diagnosis, an ENT can be an excellent resource for getting an accurate diagnosis and determining a proper treatment plan. Having an ear, nose, and throat specialist on your care team not only helps with managing your current symptoms…
Can an ENT Help with My Headaches?
An occasional headache is normal for most people, and this symptom usually isn’t enough to consult a doctor for treatment. In many cases, the headache happens because you are tired, dehydrated, or under the weather. Taking care of overall physical health can be beneficial to alleviate an infrequent headache. But some people experience chronic, debilitating…
What Does a Sinus Pressure Headache Feel Like?
Do you feel increasing pressure and pain in the forehead and facial areas? Then you might be experiencing a sinus headache. These symptoms are uncomfortable in the beginning but can develop into severe symptoms that make it challenging to get through your daily activities. What Causes Sinus Headaches? When you are experiencing a sinus headache,…
7 Ways to Fight Sinus Problems Before They Start
Chronic or recurring sinus issues can disrupt every aspect of your life. For example, when you are dealing with sinus pressure and pain, you cringe at the thought of sitting at a computer or leaning over to pick up your child. When sinus symptoms are flaring, then it’s apparent that you need to talk to a doctor…
How Do I Get Rid of a Sinus Infection That Keeps Coming Back?
It’s common to get a sinus infection occasionally, and most people can clear up the infection quickly with the assistance of an experienced doctor. But there are times when sinus infection symptoms are recurring. It can be frustrating to treat a sinus infection, only to have the symptoms return in a few short weeks or…
Can a Chronic Sinus Infection Make You Dizzy?
A dizzy spell can leave you feeling terrible, often making it hard to even stand up. If you are experiencing dizziness or vertigo, then it’s difficult to perform even basic tasks around the house or office. What is the underlying cause of your dizziness? If you experience these symptoms regularly, then it’s time to talk…
Treatment for Cysts and Tumors in The Nose
When abnormal growth happens in the nose and sinuses, it’s a medical concern that can lead to a variety of complications. Nasal tumors can develop in the nose, or paranasal tumors can occur in the sinuses (air-filled chambers near the nose). The good news is that many growths in the nose are noncancerous. However, even…