Sinus Blog
Is It Sinusitis or Allergies? How Do I Know Which One I Have?
This is one of the most common questions I hear in the exam room, and it is a good one — because the confusion is completely understandable. Sinusitis and allergies
Why Can I Only Breathe Through One Side of My Nose?
This is one of those symptoms patients mention almost apologetically, like it is too strange or too minor to bring up. It is not. It is a real finding with
Why Does Scottsdale’s Dry Heat Make My Sinuses So Much Worse?
One of the most common things I hear from patients who have moved to Scottsdale from somewhere else is a version of the same story. They never had sinus problems
What Is Empty Nose Syndrome — and Am I at Risk?
If you have been researching nasal surgery online, you have probably encountered Empty Nose Syndrome. The forums are full of patients describing it. The fear is real. And I want
Can a Tooth Infection Cause a Sinus Infection?
One of the more common scenarios I see in my practice is a patient who has been treated for a sinus infection multiple times, is not getting better, and eventually
Why Does My Nose Block Up When I Lie Down to Sleep?
You breathe fine all day. You go to bed, lie down, and within minutes your nose is completely blocked. You end up mouth breathing, sleeping poorly, waking up tired. And
