Epistaxis or Nosebleed Ryan S. Jackson, MD Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery PGY-5 Epistaxis, commonly called a nosebleed, is a common complaint of many people. Nosebleeds are typically minor and rarely become life threatening. Despite rarely being life threatening, epistaxis can create significant concern among patients. Patients should seek immediate medical attention if the bleeding is severe or if
This Solution to Pollution is Dilution Isaac Namdar, MD, FACS Board Certified Otolaryngologist Managing Partner, Head & Neck Surgical Group www.NamdarMD.com www.NewYorkENTspecialist.com About the author: Dr. Isaac Namdar M.D. completed his undergraduate studies at State University of New York at Stony Brook. He graduated valedictorian of his entire undergraduate class. There, he was accepted into the early-decision medical program and
Saline Irrigations and Topical Steroids Before and After Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Dr. Sepehr Oliaei, MD Department of Otorhinolaryngology Tacoma General Hospital, Tacoma, WA About the author: Dr. Oliaei is a widely published Ear, Nose and Throat surgeon who has recently joined the Multicare Health System in King and Pierce Counties in Washington state. He has a special interest in minimally
Have you ever felt a bothersome dryness in your nose in the winter time? Have you noticed that you experience more bloody noses in the winter months as well? Dry heat is notorious for causing not only an uncomfortable dryness in the nasal passages, but is also a common cause for a bloody nose. The most common culprits are indoor
During pregnancy, the body is going through many changes as it supports the growing fetus. At this time, it is much more important to be aware of the substances entering the body than during other life stages. Dealing with infections and other ailments during pregnancy is difficult because of the effect that medications could have on the fetus. Therefore, natural