Sinus Facts

  • Sinus infection may be caused by anything that interferes with airflow into the sinuses and the drainage of mucous out of the sinuses.
  • The sinus openings may be obstructed by anything which causes swelling of the tissue lining and adjacent nasal passage tissue, for example colds, allergies, and tissue irritants. 
  • Sinus infection may be classified in at least two ways, based on the time span of the problem (acute, subacute, or chronic ) and the type of inflammation (either infectious or noninfectious).
  • The drainage of mucous from the sinuses can be impaired by thickening of the mucous secretions, by decrease in hydration (water content) of the mucous brought on by disease
Balloon Sinuplasty
Balloon Sinuplasty

First, we should know what sinusitis is and what are the common symptoms of it.

Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinus lining. If the sinus opening becomes swollen shut, normal mucus drainage may not occur, and this may lead to infection and inflammation of the sinuses. Common symptoms include:  facial pain, pressure, congestion or fullness, difficulty breathing through the nose, discharge of yellow or green mucus from the nose, teeth pain, loss of the sense of smell or taste, headache, fatigue, sore throat, and bad breath.

Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (with Balloon Sinuplasty™ technology)

The technology utilizes a small, flexible, Sinus Balloon that is placed into the nose to reach the sinuses. The Sinus Balloon is gradually inflated to gently restructure the previously blocked sinus opening which helps to restore normal sinus drainage and function. There is minimal bleeding, and many patients have been able to return to normal activities within 24 hours. Clinical research has indicated that the Balloon Sinuplasty™ system is a safe and effective instrument in dilating blocked sinuses.
 

Ear

When you come in to see the doctor for any ear problem, he might look in your ear with an otoscope. He can also remove ear wax and perform a hearing test, if necessary.  Click the icon for more info!

Nose

Wondering what to expect when you go in for sinus problems, a broken nose or nose bleeds? Dr. Fisher will assist you by examining your nose for a possible deviated nasal septum. Click the icon for more information.

Throat

Are you having sore throat problems or hoarseness? Dr. Fisher can help diagnose the problem. He might took a look down your throat in order to find the reason for your discomfort by using a flexible scope.