Physician assistant on sinus procedures: 'We can treat patients earlier with something that's less invasive'
Courtney Leslie, a physician assistant at Dallas Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, said that balloon sinuplasty is a less invasive, in-office procedure without nasal packing, offering quicker recovery for sinusitis relief.
Physician assistant on sinus issues: Visit an ENT if you're 'struggling with allergies'
Courtney Leslie, a physician assistant at Dallas Breathe Free, advises individuals experiencing symptoms such as allergies, nasal issues, or sinusitis to consult an ear, nose, and throat doctor (ENT). This recommendation was shared on Instagram on December 11, 2024.
Dallas doctor: ‘We're supposed to breathe through our nose’
Mouth breathing, the habit of breathing through your mouth rather than your nose, is an unpleasant side effect of sinus problems and can cause several health issues. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free, breathing properly is very important.
Dallas doctor: ‘Sinus headaches are muscle tension headaches that are caused by dysfunctional sinuses’
Headaches are one of the most common side effects of sinus and allergy problems. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, it is important to treat your sinuses in order to help your sinus headaches.
Dallas doctor: ‘There's an increased correlation of major depressive disorders with chronic sinusitis’
As the seasons change and seasonal depression becomes more prevalent, it's important to recognize that one potential side effect of sinusitis is depression. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free, many sinus patients experience depression.
Dallas doctor: ‘Upper respiratory infections can adversely affect the way the eustachian tube functions’
Eustachian tube dysfunction is a condition that affects the inner ear, causing hearing issues, ear pressure, and other related symptoms. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, the eustachian tube is an important part of your sinuses.
Dallas doctor: ‘People greatly underestimate the impact on someone's quality of life and well-being that chronic sinusitis has’
Statistically, women may be more susceptible to sinus issues and sinusitis compared to men. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, sinusitis can severely impact one’s quality of life.
Dallas doctor: ‘Allergens will set the stage for people getting sick’
As summer starts to cool off and turn into fall, it is important to keep in mind the allergies that come with the fall season. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, allergies can lead to more serious medical complications later on.
Dallas doctor: ‘Early intervention is important when dealing with sinusitis’
No matter the severity of the condition or what symptoms present themselves, for a patient dealing with chronic sinusitis, their quality of life will be affected in some way. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free, early intervention is key when dealing with sinusitis
Dallas doctor: ‘Allergens will set the stage for people getting sick’
With summer in full bloom, it is important to remember how allergies can change with the season and how they can impact someone’s health. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, allergies can cause issues further down the line.
Dallas doctor: ‘It's very important to breathe normally through the nose’
One of the more unpleasant symptoms of sinusitis is bad breath, which can occur due to congestion and mouth breathing. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, mouth breathing caused by sinusitis can lead to problems down the line.
Dallas doctor: ‘If we don't become more careful in our prescribing of antibiotics, we're only going to increase our issues in the future’
Antibiotics are frequently prescribed for chronic sinusitis, but they carry certain risks, and alternative treatments are available for those suffering from sinus issues. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, the effects of antibiotic resistance can be far-reaching.
Dallas doctor: ‘If we correct the breathing issue, then the facial pain issue will improve significantly’
Facial pain, one of the most common symptoms of chronic sinusitis, is an uncomfortable condition that can lead to other unfortunate side effects. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, facial and tooth pain go hand-in-hand with sinusitis.
Dallas doctor: ‘There's an increased correlation of major depressive disorders with chronic rhinosinusitis’
Chronic sinusitis has a multitude of symptoms that can affect one’s life, including an increased risk of depression. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, sinusitis can put a strain on one’s mental health.
Dallas doctor: ‘After his sinus procedure their sex life had significantly improved’
Studies show that erectile dysfunction is one of many possible symptoms of chronic sinusitis. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, sinus issues can affect patients' sex lives.
Dallas doctor: ‘Patients with sinusitis tend to have worse asthma’
May marks National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, underscoring the interconnectedness between asthma, allergies, and sinus health in patients. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, sinusitis can exacerbate asthma symptoms.
Dallas doctor: Many ear problems ‘can be improved with improving sinus health’
Eustachian tube dysfunction is a disorder in which passageways in the ears are plugged up and cause uncomfortable symptoms. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, ETD is tied heavily to sinus health.
Dallas doctor: Allergies ‘lead to inflammation within the sinuses’
Inflammation of the sinuses is one of the key indicators of chronic sinusitis, a condition that affects many Americans. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free, allergies can cause inflammation and possibly serious sinus infections.
Dallas doctor on balloon sinuplasty procedures: ‘Most patients definitely see benefits within one to two weeks’
Chronic sinusitis can affect people in many ways, including loss of smell and taste, according to ENT (ear, nose, and throat) specialists. According to Dr. Monty Trimble of Dallas Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, getting a balloon sinuplasty can help with these kinds of problems.