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Nasal
Congestion & A Runny Nose:
You don't have to live with it anymore!
For people with chronic nasal congestion or
runny noses, a new procedure called turbinate radioablation using
radiofrequency (RF) can now change their lives. This procedure is directed
to the walls of the nasal cavity and shrinks tissues in the nose. It will
allow better breathing for those who have a deviated septum but are not
candidates for the surgery to correct it. The RF treatment is minimally
invasive, painless and is most effective in ending the cycle of nasal
congestion indoor, outdoor, asleep or awake!
Why do we have postnasal drip and runny nose?
Runny nose and other symptoms along with it, also called rhinitis is a
reaction that occurs in the nose and throat when airborne irritants
(allergens) trigger the release of histamine. Histamine causes inflammation
and fluid production in the fragile linings of nasal passages, sinuses, and
even your eyelids. The build up and secretion of a thick mucous from the
nasal passages as well as your sinuses create the postnasal drip.
Are there different types of rhinitis?
Yes. Generally we divide them into two categories: Allergic and nonallergic
rhinitis. There are two types of allergic rhinitis: one is seasonal which
occurs particularly during pollen seasons and the other is perennial which
occurs throughout the year.
What causes allergic rhinitis?
The most-common causes of allergic rhinitis are: pollen, dust mites, mold
and animal dander.
What are the symptoms of allergic rhinitis?
Usually a person with allergic rhinitis may have one or several of these
symptoms: sneezing, congestion, runny nose, itchy nose, throat, eyes, and
ears, nosebleeds and clear discharge from the nose. Persons with perennial
allergic rhinitis may also have these additional symptoms: snoring,
recurrent ear infections, breathing through the mouth or tired and fatigued
during the day. Basically to correct these problems you must find the source
and avoid it!
What causes nonallergic rhinitis?
 Fumes,
odors, temperature changes, atmospheric changes, smoke and other irritants
could cause nonallergic rhinitis. You can have postnasal drip and nasal
congestion due to many factors including use of medications and chronic
sinus problems.
Nasal polyp, deviated septum with enlarged turbinate are amongst the most
common reason for chronic nasal congestion. These types of problems are what
could be addressed surgically with radioablation (such as Coblation) and
traditional nasal surgeries.
What are the symptoms of nonallergic rhinitis?
Usually a person with nonallergic rhinitis may have one or several of these
symptoms: sneezing, nasal congestion, runny nose, itchy nose, throat, eyes,
and ears. Treatment options are oral medications, nasal sprays,
immunotherapy, allergy injections and surgery (for some conditions).
Make your appointment online now
for consultation & evaluation!
1-800-206-2000
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