One of the main symptoms of sinusitis is blocked or stuffy nose, which makes it difficult to breathe through the nose, leading to an inability to get quality sleep. | Canva
One of the main symptoms of sinusitis is blocked or stuffy nose, which makes it difficult to breathe through the nose, leading to an inability to get quality sleep. | Canva
Millions of Americans -- some without even realizing it -- suffer from conditions that make it harder to breathe effectively and efficiently.
Thanks to new developments in balloon sinuplasty, many are finding relief. Michigan ENT & Allergy Specialists is one of the leading providers of this procedure and are urging patients to come in and see balloon sinuplasty is the right fit for them.
Dr. Seth Palmer from Michigan ENT & Allergy Specialists told the Battle Creek Times, "Breathing through our nose allows us to enjoy life more. We can get better rest and have a better work out if we can easily breathe through our nose. There are multiple things that can be done to help you breathe through your nose better, including treating your allergy. And depending on your nasal anatomy, there are several in-office procedures that may benefit you. These in-office procedures allow you to recover more easily. If you are struggling with nasal congestion, then please come visit Michigan ENT and Allergy for an evaluation."
Those who have suffered from a chronic sinus condition for years might be concerned about the effectiveness of the treatment.
Dr. Richard Strabbing, also of Michigan ENT and Allergy Specialists, assuages those fears for his patients. "First and foremost, sinuplasty is very effective. Studies have shown us that the procedure made sinuses stay open long-term upwards of 92% of the time," he told the Battle Creek Times.
If left untreated, chronic sinusitis can potentially lead to other health problems. The most notable is an increased risk for depression. People with chronic sinusitis are 41% more likely to suffer from depression and 45% more likely to suffer from anxiety, according to Physician's Weekly.
Additionally, a study published in the JAMA Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery found that chronic sinusitis patients exhibited decreased brain connectivity in areas of the front lobe that modulate cognition, introspection and response to external stimuli.
Chronic sinusitis can make it hard to enjoy everyday life. If you think a specialist could help, take this quiz.
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