About Nasal Septoplasty By Ashleigh Elkins Septoplasty is a surgical procedure that aims to straighten the nasal septum. The nasal septum is a structure made of cartilage and bone that divides the nose into left and right halves. It is the third most common procedure performed by an ear, nose and throat surgeon (1). A […]
An Introduction to Septoplasty
Septoplasty is a surgery that is designed to correct the problem of a deviated septum. Ideally, the septum, which is the partition that divides the two nasal cavities, should be completely vertical. When it deviates into one of those nasal cavities, the air flow through that cavity is thus impeded. One of the problems for […]
Sinus spray
Sinus spray Sinus Sufferer Turns Nasal Spray Project Into Sales Leader NYT, By MATT VILLANO FOR wits ranging from primary-school science teachers to Madison Avenue advertising teams, the phrase “the nose knows” has long proved irresistible. It might also be used to describe the unusual path taken by Dr. Ketan Mehta, a pulmonary and critical-care physician […]
Sleep Apnea Tied to Increased Cancer Risk
Sleep apnoea cancer risk New York Times, By Anahad O’Connor Two new studies have found that people with sleep apnea, a common disorder that causes snoring, fatigue and dangerous pauses in breathing at night, have a higher risk of cancer. The new research marks the first time that sleep apnea has been linked to cancer […]
When Sinus Problems Won’t Go Away
Chronic sinus problems New York Times, By Ingfei Chen The humble sinuses, those hollow cavities hidden in the bones around the nose, usually draw little appreciation. But nothing makes one yearn for clear sinuses like sinusitis, a condition that can make the head feel as if it were filled with cement and can render every […]
The Claim: Humming Can Ease Sinus Problems
Humming and sinus problems New York Times, By Anahad O’Connor Dealing with a cold is bad enough, but when it leads to a sinus infection, the misery can double. Some researchers have proposed a surprising remedy: channeling your inner Sinatra. Sinus infections — which afflict more than 37 million Americans every year — generally occur […]
Overview of Nasal Septoplasty for Correcting a Deviated Septum
Nasal Septoplasty for Correcting a Deviated Septum The two nasal passages in your nose are separated by the nasal septum. This thin wall made of cartilage is ideally located almost equally between your two nostrils. However, some people have a deviated septum that they were either born with or developed somewhere along the way. While a slightly […]
Nasal septoplasty and turbinate reduction surgery
Nasal septoplasty and turbinate reduction surgery Nasal septoplasty and turbinate reduction surgery are commonly performed procedures. They are performed by ear nose and throat surgeons to alleviate breathing problems. Patients who are experiencing chronic nasal congestion, blocked breathing through their nose, nosebleeds, sinus infections, and/or problems breathing at night should see an ENT specialist. In […]
Why Do People Get Nose Surgery?
Nose surgery These days, there are many reasons that people get surgery on the nose. In general, the reasons for this type of surgery, also known as rhinoplasty, are broken up into two categories: cosmetic reasons and for functional purposes. While cosmetics tend to be the more popular reason for getting rhinoplasty, this type of […]
Sleep Apnoea
Sleep Apnoea Summary Sleep apnoea or sleep apnea (US English) occur when the walls of the throat come together or collapse during sleep, blocking off the upper part of the airway. A person with this disorder might have a sleep disturbance hundreds of times every night. Symptoms may include daytime sleepiness and poor concentration. Sleep apnoea occurs […]
Saline nasal irrigations
How to use nasal saline irrigations You can either buy a saline solution from the pharmacy and follow the directions on the label – or make your own. To make your own start with one to two cups of warm water. Add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of non-iodized salt and a pinch of baking soda to […]
