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Tampa Bay doctor: ‘There is a shorter recovery, usually less bleeding, and less pain for the patient’
Balloon sinuplasty is a safe, minimally invasive procedure commonly offered by surgeons to treat chronic sinusitis. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, recovery from this procedure is typically easier for patients than traditional sinus surgery.
Physician assistant on sinusitis: It's 'chronic inflammation of the sinuses'
Katie Scherer, a physician assistant at Tampa Bay Breathe Free, said that sinusitis is a chronic condition involving inflammation of the sinuses for longer than 8 to 12 weeks, often causing congestion and facial pain.
Physician assistant on sinusitis diagnosis: You could have a 'CT scan of the sinuses'
Katherine Scherer, a physician assistant at Tampa Bay Breathe Free, explained that sinusitis is diagnosed using a CT scan and nasal endoscopy to visualize the sinuses beyond a physical exam and show patients their condition. This statement was made on Instagram on January 22.
Tampa Bay doctor: ‘Sinusitis and sleep are very closely connected’
Mouth breathing, the habit of breathing through your mouth rather than your nose, is an unpleasant side effect of sinus problems and can cause several health issues. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, mouth breathing can affect someone’s sleep as well.
Local Tampa ENT clinic reminds patients to review deductibles before programs reset
Tampa Bay Breathe Free is recommending patients to make an appointment for assessments or treatments before the end of year to take advantage of cost savings before deductibles reset in the new year.
Tampa Bay doctor: ‘Allergies or allergens lead to chronic inflammation’
The holiday season can be an especially difficult time for allergy sufferers, as travel, stress, and even Christmas decorations can lead to worse allergic reactions. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, these allergens can lead to health problems down the line.
Tampa Bay doctor: ‘There's a close correlation between chronic sinusitis and an increased risk of erectile dysfunction’
One relatively surprising possible symptom of chronic sinusitis is an increased risk of erectile dysfunction. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, sinusitis can certainly affect someone’s sex life.
Tampa Bay doctor: ‘Depression and sinusitis go hand in hand’
As the seasons change and seasonal depression becomes more prevalent, it's important to recognize that one potential side effect of sinusitis is depression. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, many sinus patients experience depression.
Tampa Bay doctor: ‘Many of my patients who have sinus and allergy problems also have ear issues’
Eustachian tube dysfunction is a condition that affects the inner ear, causing hearing issues, ear pressure, and other related symptoms. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, eustachian tube dysfunction and sinusitis often go hand-in-hand.
Tampa Bay doctor: ‘Quality of life is directly related with early intervention to chronic sinusitis’
Statistically, women may be more susceptible to sinus issues and sinusitis compared to men. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, sinusitis should be taken care of early on to help long-term health.
Tampa Bay doctor: ‘Allergies work on the sinuses in a couple of different ways’
As summer starts to cool off and turn into fall, it is important to keep in mind the allergies that come with the fall season. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, allergies can certainly affect a patient’s sinus.
Tampa Bay doctor: ‘Asthma and sinusitis are very closely related’
Inflammation is the natural response of the body to an infection and will happen invariably when someone is dealing with sinusitis. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, inflammation is an issue common to both asthma and sinusitis.
Tampa Bay doctor: ‘Quality of life is directly related with early intervention to chronic sinusitis’
No matter the severity of the condition or what symptoms present themselves, for a patient dealing with chronic sinusitis, their quality of life will be affected in some way. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, early intervention can help improve long-term quality of life.
Tampa Bay Breathe Free ENT Mariah Pate recognized as Top Doctor by Tampa Magazine
Mariah Pate, a physician at Tampa Bay Breathe Free in St. Petersburg, has been named a Top Doctor by Tampa Magazine. Pate is an ear, nose, and throat care specialist certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
Tampa Bay doctor: ‘It's important to treat these chronic conditions in other ways other than with antibiotics’
Antibiotics are frequently prescribed for chronic sinusitis, but they carry certain risks, and alternative treatments are available for those suffering from sinus issues. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, antibiotic immunity is a major risk with taking antibiotics for sinus issues.
Katie Scherer given Above and Beyond Award for work with Tampa Bay Breathe Free
Katie Scherer, a member of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, was honored with the Above and Beyond Award during the annual Breathe Free Conference held by Tampa Bay Breathe Free's parent company National Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers.
Katie Scherer of Tampa Bay Breathe Free Honored with Above and Beyond Award at National Breathe Free Conference
National Breathe Free hosted its annual Breathe Free Conference from April 24 to 28, giving out several awards, including the Above and Beyond Award to Katie Scherer of Tampa Bay Breathe Free.
Tampa Bay doctor: ‘Depression and sinusitis go hand in hand’
Chronic sinusitis has a multitude of symptoms that can affect one’s life, including an increased risk of depression. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, sinusitis can put a strain on one’s mental health.
Tampa doctor: ‘Many studies show that there's a close correlation between chronic sinusitis and an increased risk of erectile dysfunction in men’
Studies show that erectile dysfunction is one of many possible symptoms of chronic sinusitis. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, there is a direct correlation between sinusitis and erectile dysfunction.
Tampa doctor: ‘If you improve sinus health, asthma gets better as well’
May marks National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, underscoring the interconnectedness between asthma, allergies, and sinus health in patients. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, sinuses and asthma issues often go hand-in-hand.
