ENT Blog

Is it an Allergy or a Sinus Infection?

It may not seem important to understand the finer points of the differences between allergies and sinus infections, but there are some important facts to know. When you are able to determine whether you are suffering from a sinus infection or from allergies...

Nasal Airway Obstruction

Nasal airway obstruction is an ailment that affects many people. This condition can make it difficult to breathe through the nose, as the airflow is limited by the obstruction. Prior to today, patients had to choose between major corrective surgery, or...

What does COVID-19 do to the respiratory system?

Nasal Airway Obstruction Nasal airway obstruction is an ailment that affects many people. Some individuals recognize the problem 24/7, others realize the issue more often at night with difficulty sleeping because of nasal congestion and at times snoring....

Tips to Avoid a Sinus Infection

Treating sinus infections can be a lengthy process and it can take a long time for an infection to completely go away. Like so many other health problems, preventing an infection is a much better option than having to cure one. Follow these tips this...

Dr. Scott Robertson

Congratulations!

Congratulations to our Nurse Practitioner, Beth and her husband Andy on the arrival of their new baby girl Amelia "Millie" Eileen Milazzo! While Beth is out spending precious time with her family, we would like to ask for understanding, as wait times...

Fall Allergies: Fact or Fiction?

For many people, fall is a beautiful time of the year when the heat starts to wane, the leaves become more colorful, and everything seems calm and more subdued. For others, however, allergies can make this season especially problematic. While you may...

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Don't Let Your Allergies Ruin 2019!

Do you suffer from allergies which are severe enough to interfere with your life? Have you tried different medications that do not help with your symptoms? Well, you do not have to let your allergies ruin 2019 because with allergy shots you can enjoy...

The Most Common Sinus Surgeries

Sinus issues are a common struggle that many people often find themselves dealing with. After visiting an ear, nose, and throat specialist, you may be prescribed antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, or even neti pots. If you've found that none of these...

What is Vertigo and What Can You Do About It?

Vertigo is actually a generic term to describe a few different conditions, which cause dizziness, a spinning sensation, and balancing difficulties. Often, when people experience vertigo, it's because they suffer from benign paroxysmal positional vertigo...

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How chronic sinusitis affects the quality of your life and what you can do to treat it:

Over 33 million Americans are affected by chronic sinusitis every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). If you’ve been coping with symptoms such as facial pressure, headaches, fatigue, a stuffy nose or loss of...

What is Balloon Sinuplasty

Balloon sinuplasty is a recent non-invasive surgical procedure that's employed by ear, nose and throat surgeons to treat blocked sinuses. Approved by the FDA, the treatment is a solid option for chronic sinusitis patients who are unable to ease their...