Millions of Americans in pursuit of a remedy for stuffy nose and sinus pressure turn to over the counter (OTC) nasal sprays because of their quick action, availability and presumed safety.
But did you know prolonged use of topical nasal decongestants (TNDs) often leads to addiction?
Case in Point: A 32-year-old male was referred to me because of complaints of chronic nasal blockage. The patient suspected his problem was hay fever (allergic rhinitis). During the interview, he revealed that a year...
Asthma has impacted the lives of millions of people for centuries. Many millions of research dollars have unlocked some of the mysteries of... Read more »
As a child I indulged in Halloween candy each year and often for weeks to come as we emptied the house of our huge bags of goodies. For... Read more »
In the world of acid reflux I have rarely met someone who had been diagnosed as a child and is still dealing with it. Most of the people... Read more »
Like many Reflux Moms, Liz, the inventor of the AR Pillow didn’t intend to develop a product or run a company. She was desperate to help... Read more »
In this entry, I would like to discuss some recent findings on the association with "rhinitis" - inflammation of the nasal passages that... Read more »
Nasal congestion is an annoying part of having a cold, and blowing your nose seems second nature. But some people say blowing your nose doesn't help... Read more »
Molds... yuck! A fungus -- that's disgusting, right? And what does mold have to do with nasal allergies and asthma? The answer to that question is,... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Symptoms of nosebleeds: Blood coming from one or both nostrils Bleeding into the back of the throat Frequent swallowing (because of... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Fracture of the nose; Broken nose SymptomsBlood coming from the noseBruising around the eyesDifficulty breathing through the noseMisshapen appearance... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Something stuck in the nose; Objects in the noseSymptomsDifficulty breathing through the affected nostrilFeeling of something in the... Read more »