Do you struggle with a stuffy nose, even when you’re not sick, wondering if it will ever go away? Do allergies leave you perpetually congested? Or maybe you’re a chronic snorer, disrupting your sleep—and those around you? The culprit might be your turbinates. What are turbinates? Turbinates are small, bony structures inside your nasal passages, […]
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As the crisp autumn air arrives, many of us will experience a familiar foe – sinus congestion. Whether it’s allergies, a cold, or even dry indoor air, a stuffy head can make life miserable. Here at Minnesota ENT, we understand that frustration all too well. If you’re tired of feeling stuffed up, we’re about to
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At Minnesota ENT, we’re committed to delivering top-notch care for your ears, nose, and throat. Beyond treatment, we’re passionate about sharing reliable, factual, and practical health advice to empower you in making informed decisions. In that spirit, let’s set the record straight on 10 of the most common ENT myths. Myth #1: Cotton swabs are
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Dr. Bradley Johnson answers common questions about balloon sinuplasty and traditional sinus surgery If you’re dealing with nasal obstruction, nasal polyps, chronic sinusitis or eustachian tube dysfunction, sinus surgery or nasal surgery may be an option to provide you lasting relief. Learn more about balloon sinuplasty, eustachian tube dilation and traditional sinus surgery procedures from
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As we step into the year 2024, there’s no better time to prioritize our health, and from our perspective, specifically your ENT health. We’ve got some resolutions you can keep that will significantly contribute to the overall well-being of our ENT health. Nurture your sinuses with moisture. Prioritize your hearing. Tackle your allergies. Are you
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Post-nasal drip (PND) is when your throat becomes a mucus factory, causing all sorts of symptoms like coughing, sore throat, and feeling like you’re swallowing a cotton ball. Your body normally produces mucus to keep your nose and throat happy, but when it goes into overdrive, PND happens. PND is not a sickness, but rather
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Do you struggle with persistent nasal congestion, nosebleeds, and breathing issues? While it’s easy to dismiss these symptoms as a common cold, allergy, or “just one of those things,” these symptoms could indicate a deviated septum. What is a deviated septum? A deviated septum is a condition in which the cartilage that divides the nasal
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Have you ever taken cold medication and felt absolutely no improvement? Do you feel like you’ve got a constant head cold that holds on no matter what you do? The culprit may be surprising. What are nasal polyps? A nasal polyp is a benign (non-cancerous) sac-like growth on the lining of the nose or sinuses.
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People who lead a healthy lifestyle often know how best to keep their body systems working well: exercise benefits the heart, sunscreen protects the skin, adequate sleep reduces stress and more. But unless you have problems with your sinuses or allergies, you may not readily know ways to keep your sinuses healthy. You might not
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A whistling nose may be amusing, at first. But if the whistle persists, it can quickly become annoying, disrupting concentration by day and interrupting sleep at night.
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If you suffer from frequent or chronic sinusitis, you probably know first-hand that weather affects sinuses. Winter presents its own set of challenges for sinus sufferers.
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More than 500,000 Americans suffer from chronic sinusitis. This minimally invasive procedure is considered extremely safe and effective in providing relief from sinus pain symptoms.
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If you’ve ever had a sinus infection or sinusitus, you know how the symptoms can impact your daily activities. Are you a candidate for sinus surgery
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