Can Humidity Increase Your Risk of Sinus Infections?
Many factors can increase your risk of developing a sinus infection, including a rise in humidity. What Is a Sinus Infection? A sinus infection or sinusitis is an inflammation that occurs when fluids build up in the sinuses. This fluid can become infected, often by viruses, but sometimes by bacteria or fungi as well. If…
What Is an Upper Respiratory Tract Infection?
Upper respiratory tract infections are contagious infections that affect your nose, throat, pharynx, larynx and/or bronchi. One article published in the National Library of Medicine reports, “Upper respiratory tract infections are accountable for greater than 20 million missed days of school and greater than 20 million days of work lost.” In this post, we review…
Is Cold Air Making My Nose Bleed?
Epistaxis, more commonly referred to as a nosebleed, isn’t just inconvenient, it can also be scary. Fortunately, in most cases, the bleeding will stop within 10 to 20 minutes with the right interventions. There are many factors that can contribute to nosebleeds, including the weather. We review the relationship between cold air and nosebleeds below….
What Is a Deviated Septum & How Is It Treated?
The section of bone and cartilage that separates the nasal cavity is called the septum. When the septum is off-center, it is said to be deviated. While in most cases a deviated septum does not cause any problems, in severe cases, it can result in complications. If this is the case, surgery may be necessary….
What the Different Colors of Your Snot May Mean
Your body produces about 1.5 liters of mucus per day, which is made up of water with proteins, antibodies and salts. While most of it is swallowed and dissolves in the stomach, some of it comes out of your nose; this mucus is known as snot. The color of your snot can actually provide clues…
When Do Sinus Symptoms Indicate an Infection?
During the winter months, it seems like everyone catches a case of the sniffles. Sinus symptoms can have many potential causes, including allergies, the common cold, the flu, and sinus infections. It’s important to know what’s causing your symptoms in order to seek appropriate treatment. Below is a guide to help you determine what may…
Resolve to Finally Do Something About Your Sinuses
Do you often experience cold-like symptoms such as nasal congestion and discharge, postnasal drip, sore throat, facial pressure and swelling, loss of smell and taste, headache, fever, fatigue and bad breath? If so, you are not alone. Boone otolaryngologists estimate that 37 million Americans suffer from an inflammation and swelling of their sinus tissue known…