Fragrances are such a prominent part of our world, but perfumes or other scented products can irritate your sinuses and cause debilitating headaches. At times even compared to a migraine, perfume headaches can cause you to miss work or impact other areas of your life. It can be hard to pinpoint the cause of repeated … Continue reading Headaches Caused by Perfume Allergies
View More >>The common cold is a virus that affects the upper respiratory tract. The average person will have a cold from two to four times a year. Children tend to have colds more often. Because the cold is contagious, it is easy to contract when children attend school. While most people suffer from a cold … Continue reading What Is the Common Cold?
View More >>Sinus pressure, or sinusitis, is a common problem. Sinus pressure is often a chronic problem, and many people suffer with the condition and have trouble finding real relief. There are a range of procedures that can relieve sinus pressure, some of which can be done at home and some of which require the care of … Continue reading What Should You Do to Relieve Sinus Pressure?
View More >>Choosing a doctor can be a tough task, especially in a city as large as Los Angeles. During their medical training, doctors are educated in a wide range of specialties, and depending on your needs, it might be necessary to consult a specialist as opposed to a regular doctor. For issues such as chronic allergies, … Continue reading What is the Difference Between a Regular Doctor and an ENT?
View More >>Turbinates are curved bones located inside the nasal passage which aid with filtering and humidifying the air we breathe. They can become swollen when impacted by factors such as allergens or impurities in the air. In addition, pregnancy or other hormonal changes can cause swelling of the turbinates. This condition is commonly referred to as … Continue reading What is a Turbinate Reduction?
View More >>Once you’ve identified structural problems or allergens, it’s time to begin treatment. Dr. Zadeh offers a variety of treatment options, ranging from non-invasive treatments to surgical procedures. Your treatment will vary based on your specific nasal structure and the severity of the obstruction. In general, Dr. Zadeh will usually recommend non-surgical methods as the first … Continue reading What Sinus Surgery is Right for Me?
View More >>The discomfort caused by sinus allergies can have a serious impact on your work and other daily activities. As many as one-third of adults have sinus allergies, and each person’s symptoms are unique to the individual. When medication does not provide relief from headaches, cold symptoms, pressure, and other side effects of sinus problems, Dr. … Continue reading Overcoming Sinus Allergies
View More >>The pain from sinusitis can be intolerable and the remedies to soothe pain and treat the condition range from natural to prescription to over-the-counter medications. Applying the wrong treatment to a condition won’t alleviate the suffering, so it’s important to determine if the sinusitis is bacterial or viral. Diagnosing a Sinus Infection Traditionally, a doctor’s … Continue reading 10 Top Ways to Combat Sinus Pain
View More >>Chronic sinusitis is often the result of a deviated septum. Along with the painful symptoms of sinusitis, various other unpleasant problems are common, including snoring, bad breath, and nosebleeds. What Is a Deviated Septum? The septum is the wall which separates the nasal cavity into two chambers: the nostrils. The wall is comprised of … Continue reading Does a Deviated Septum Cause My Sinusitis?
View More >>Patients describing headache symptoms is an all too common medical condition we run into at our office. Many think that the forces of spring and fall are flaring up their allergies and are the culprit behind the throbbing headaches they experience. What many patients don’t realize is that their headaches might not be from their … Continue reading Sinus Headaches
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