Nasal polyps are soft, noncancerous growths on the lining of the nose or sinuses. These growths, while painless, can cause blockages that prevent the sinuses from draining properly. This can make it ...

Q: My son has been dealing with chronic sinusitis for years. He thinks that he might have nasal polyps. Can you tell me about this? A: Nasal polyps are soft, painless growths that form in the nasal ...

Spring allergy season can be a double problem for some people. On top of allergies, they also have blocked sinuses, and surgery may be the only path to relief. Allergy sufferers are most at risk of ...

Dear Dr. K.: I have chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps. I recently switched doctors, and the new specialist suggested trying oral steroids, something my previous doctor never mentioned. Could steroids ...

Our nose and sinuses are vital to your health, responsible for filtering the air you breathe and providing your sense of smell. However, they can also be susceptible to various disorders and issues.

Chronic rhinosinusitis is inflammation of the sinuses and nasal passages that lasts at least 12 weeks. It causes ongoing symptoms, such as stuffy nose and facial pain or pressure. Although the exact ...

YARDLEY, Pa., March 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Optinose (NASDAQ:OPTN), a pharmaceutical company focused on patients treated by ear, nose and throat (ENT) and allergy specialists, today announced the ...

Aside from inhaled and other steroid delivery methods to treat nasal polyps, are any additional medications available? We have a patient who has had 2 operations and is dealing with on-off steroids.

A simple and convenient option for nasal polyp removal in-office debuted on the CBS TV show "The Doctors" early this year and is now being used to perform sinus procedures at Ear, Nose and Throat ...