Nose Health
Your nose is often the source of many symptoms caused by conditions such as the flu, colds, allergies, sinus conditions and congenital defects. Frequently, these conditions cause difficulty in breathing, headaches, a stuffy feeling, nasal drip and more. A common complaint of many individuals with sinus problems is a "blocked nose" frequently caused by an infection. The sinuses, working together with the nose, can be a source of pain, nasal sounding speech and problems breathing.
YourENThealth.com is intended to help you determine when you need medical care, explain some of the common conditions that effect the nose and how CO2 laser technology can help treat specific conditions affecting the nose and sinuses with reduced pain, faster recovery and improved results. Specifically it:
- suggests when to see a doctor
- discusses some of the common causes that involve your nose and sinuses
- provides information on various treatments when you need surgery
While cold symptoms usually go away within a week it is not normally necessary to consult your doctor. However, it is recommended that you see your doctor when you have any of the following symptoms:
- Wheezing (especially in children)
- Persistent earaches
- Fast or difficult breathing
- Persistent high fever (over 101º)
- Drowsiness
- Chest pain
- Green or yellow mucus
- Cold symptoms that do note ease within a week
- Persistent headaches
- Nosebleeds