As the weather cools, cold and flu season brings a wave of stuffy noses, sinus pressure, and postnasal drip. Because these conditions share so many symptoms, it can be hard to know whether you have a cold, the flu, allergies,
Written by Dr. Ryan Salvador, MD Fall in Austin brings plenty of opportunities to enjoy live music. Whether you’re heading to ACL – Austin City Limits – this fall or catching a show at an intimate indoor venue, there’s something
Many patients find themselves suffering from chronic sinus pressure, congestion, infections, and difficulty breathing without realizing a simple procedure can clear blocked nasal drainage pathways. Dr. Daniel Slaughter, Dr. Ryan Salvador, and Dr. Mac Ojeaga at Sinus & Snoring Specialists
Spending time in the pool is a great way to stay cool during Austin’s hot summers. Unfortunately, many people experience ear pressure after swimming that can quickly put a damper on the fun. What are Common Causes of Ear Pressure
Many people will experience a sensation that they breathe more easily from one side of the nose than the other. This is actually a natural phenomenon called the nasal cycle. The inside of the nasal cavity contains tissue called turbinates,
What is Saharan dust? Saharan dust, which refers to a mass of fine particles, sand, and dry air from the Saharan desert in Northern Africa being carried westward by trade winds, usually reaches the southern United States around summer. This
Ear itching is a common and often frustrating complaint. Several conditions can cause it, and treatment often depends on the underlying cause. The following are some of the most frequent causes of ear itching, and how to address them. Ear
Many patients assume that diagnosing sleep apnea requires spending a night in a sleep lab, hooked up to wires in an unfamiliar environment. While in-lab studies still have a role, modern home sleep testing has become an accurate, convenient, and
If you struggle with seasonal or year-round allergies, you’re not alone. Millions of people rely on antihistamines, nasal sprays, and decongestants to get through the day. But if you’ve ever felt like these treatments only take the edge off—or