Is It Allergies or a Cold Snap Reaction?

The space between winter and spring can bring a lot of confusion about what your symptoms mean: flu season isn’t over yet, allergy season is starting and the inconsistent weather we get this time of year can have all kinds of effects on your sinuses. If you have a sniffly nose, you may be wondering…
Wintertime Sinus Issues

If you think sinus infections are confined to the warmer spring and summer months, when pollen is rampant and the weather can be extremely changeable, think again. Sinus issues can be every bit as bad—if not worse—in the winter months. All About Sinus Infections Sinusitis is the medical term for a sinus infection, the result…
The Correct Way to Blow Your Nose

Did you know there’s a right way to blow your nose? Turns out, most people don’t do it correctly. Allergies, the common cold and the flu can all cause a runny nose, and clearing out the mucus by blowing your nose will alleviate that symptom. How To Blow Your Nose The Risks of Blowing Your…
Is My Sinus Infection Viral, Bacterial or Allergies

Sinus problems are common, causing a stuffy nose and facial pressure, and figuring out whether they’re viral, bacterial or allergy-related isn’t always straightforward. Learning to tell them apart can help you make the right call when seeking treatment. Your sinuses are air-filled cavities behind your cheeks, forehead and nose. When they become inflamed or blocked,…
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