With cedar season in Austin in full swing, many find themselves struggling with heightened allergy symptoms—nasal congestion, runny nose, itchy eyes, fatigue, and ear popping among others. Luckily numerous strategies exist to effectively manage allergies and regain control over your well-being. Lifestyle Changes: During times of high pollen levels, limiting exposure is crucial. Incorporating the […]
1. I don’t have itchy eyes, runny nose, or sneezing; Therefore I don’t have allergies This is a common misconception about allergies. Allergy symptoms such as itchy eyes, runny nose, and sneezing are considered the “acute phase” of allergy and are only present in some individuals. A lot of individuals have the “chronic phase” of […]
If you’ve ever noticed your nose gets more congested after you have a glass of wine (or other alcohol), you’re not alone! This is a fairly common symptom of alcohol consumption. The reason your nose gets congested when you drink wine is related to the effects alcohol has on your blood vessels. When you have […]
The fall season can be a hard time for allergies in Central Texas. At this time of year the ragweed, grasses, and mold allergens begin peaking. For allergy sufferers, this can cause increased congestion, drainage, eye itching/redness, and more. How can you prevent and manage these symptoms? Read below for some tips! 1. Daily saline […]
What is a Migraine? Migraine headaches can be quite debilitating. It is usually a severe headache typically centered more around one eye, worsened by light, lasting for hours, and may be associated with nausea. These are neurological headaches caused by a dilation of the blood vessels in the brain. These headaches are evaluated and treated […]
If you suffer with allergies, an important part of treatment is first finding out what exactly you are allergic to. Allergy tests can do just that, so that your treatment can begin and you can finally start to find some relief. Here is some more information about these important tests. How is an allergy test done? It […]
How do you know which nasal spray to use when there are so many on the market? Which will work the best? These are common questions at Sinus Snoring Specialists. Let’s talk about the most common types of sprays and what they can do for you. You should ultimately consult with your health care provider […]
Depending on your reason for scheduling an appointment with us, we may request that certain diagnostic tests are done during your visit. Common diagnostic tests that may be performed include sinus CT scans and nasal endoscopies. CT SCAN A sinus CT scan is often necessary to visualize the area inside the nose and sinuses. This […]
Spring is here, and as nature springs to life again you may start to notice those familiar signs that those annoying allergies are coming back. As if allergies aren’t bad enough to deal with during the day, they may also be causing you problems as you sleep, such as snoring and the even more serious […]
For some of us, our pets are like our kids (or even better than our kids!). But what if you suffer from allergies and suspect that your pets may be the cause? If you are an animal lover, you may just assume that you are going to have to live with allergies for the rest […]
