Sinus & Allergy
YOUR ONLY DESTINATION FOR COMPREHENSIVE EXCELLENCE
The Sinus and Allergy Center is focused exclusively on nasal, sinus, and allergy problems. We are board certified ear, nose, and throat surgeons. We have residency training and fellowship accreditation in allergy and sinus surgery.
We offer state-of-the-art minimally invasive, image-guided sinus surgery, as well as unparalleled experience in rhinoplasty (plastic surgery of the nose) and nasal airway surgery.
We also offer comprehensive allergy testing and treatment, utilizing all the latest technology and techniques.
Our unique combination of skills, training, and experience allows the Sinus and Allergy Center to be the final consult for all your allergy, nasal, and sinus problems.
Latest Resources
Antibiotics
Although there has been a lot of excitement about the role fungi may play in chronic sinusitis, there is still far more evidence to support a larger role for bacteria. Read More >
Using Steroids
The benefits of steroids clearly outweigh the side effects. We like to try a trial of steroids in allergy patients, because we are more optimistic about the success of immunotherapy in patients who get good relief from steroids. Read More >
Side Effects
Potential side effects of steroids include:
- mental status changes
- sleep deprivation Read More >
Common Brands
Common topical steroids (nasal sprays) include:
- Flonase®
- Rhinocort®
- Nasarel
- Nasonex®
- Nasocort®
Common systemic steroids include:
- Medrol
- Prednisone
Steroids
Steroids are important in the treatment of both acute and chronic rhinosinusitis, as well as for allergies. Steroids lessen your immune response to offending allergens and irritants. Read More >
