Now that summer is officially here, there are certain allergies that accompany the season in the Coastal Bend. Grass and weeds, including Ragweed, are common during the summer months. With everyone cutting their yards, exposure to these allergens also increases. The Saharan dust is an unwelcome but regular visitor this time of year, and those patients […]
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The simple answer is often, yes. Patients with chronic sinusitis frequently also suffer from allergic rhinitis. Unfortunately some of the symptoms of allergic rhinitis and chronic sinusitis overlap. Nasal congestion, post nasal drip, sinus pressure, and even chronic cough are symptoms that are commonly seen in both conditions. Undergoing sinus surgery will relieve the symptoms that are actually caused by chronic […]
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Sinus endoscopy is an important diagnostic tool used in the office setting to diagnose, and in some cases treat, both acute and chronic sinus disease. Without the need for any numbing medication, a small endoscope is gently placed into each nostril allowing for endoscopic visualization of the sinus mucosa and sinus drainage pathways. This diagnostic […]
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Communicating with someone with a hearing loss can be challenging. Depending on the severity of the hearing loss, conversations can sometimes be very frustrating. But communicating with one another is how we stay connected. It helps us to feel like we are valued and loved. Here are some tips on how to communicate more effectively […]
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Hearing aids have come a long way over the last several years. Advances in digital technology and electronics in general have resulted in some incredible new devices. This list will outline 5 of the recent advances in hearing aid technology. This list is in no way comprehensive and please keep in mind that not all […]
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Besides the obvious difference in price, there is a huge difference in a device purchased from an Audiologist and one purchased from a drug store or even online. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, “Hearing aids are sound-amplifying devices designed to aid people who have a hearing impairment. Most hearing aids share several […]
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Conscious sedation anesthesia is provided through an IV by a board certified Anesthesiologist from Gulf Shore Anesthesia Associates. This allows you to have the procedure performed without you feeling any discomfort. For conscious sedation anesthesia no breathing tube or airway equipment is required. This is safer than undergoing general anesthesia in an operating room. Minimal […]
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Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD) is a common condition caused by the inadequate opening and closing of the Eustachian tube. Symptoms include ear pressure, fullness, pain, and muffled hearing. Patients who suffer from ETD often experience ear popping or crackling, and feel the need to clear their ears throughout the day. When chronic and severe, this […]
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Accreditation by IAC Means That Corpus Christi ENT Sinus & Allergy has Undergone a Thorough Review of its Operational and Technical Components by a Panel of Experts IAC accreditation is a seal of approval that patients can rely on as an indication that the facility has been carefully critiqued on all aspects of its operations […]
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Do you have nasal obstruction? Nasal breathing is a very important function of human life and any obstruction in the nasal airway can dramatically impact your quality of life. Nasal Airway Obstruction (NOA) can lead to the following symptoms: Chronic nasal congestion, or stuffiness Persistent nasal blockage or obstruction Difficulty breathing through nose Difficulty sleeping, […]
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