Dr. Matt Hershcovitch, an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist at SoCal Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, said that his sedation protocol for balloon sinuplasty prioritizes patient comfort through topical numbing and the administration of Valium.
Dr. Matt Hershcovitch of SoCal Breathe Free said that it has rained in Los Angeles, but wildfire smoke, especially from burning lithium-ion batteries and EVs, is "highly toxic" and poses serious health risks. He made his statement in a January 28 post on Instagram.
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. Matt Hershcovitch of SoCal Breathe Free, breathing properly is very important.
Headaches are one of the most common side effects of sinus and allergy problems. According to Dr. Matt Hershcovitch of SoCal Breathe Free, it is important to treat the symptoms of sinusitis when dealing with sinus headaches.
SoCal 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.
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. Matt Hershcovitch of SoCal Breathe Free, many things can trigger allergy issues.
One relatively surprising possible symptom of chronic sinusitis is an increased risk of erectile dysfunction. According to Dr. Matt Hershcovitch of SoCal Breathe Free, sinusitis can certainly affect someone’s sex life.
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. Matt Hershcovitch of SoCal Breathe Free, many sinus patients experience depression.
SoCal Breathe Free's Burbank location is warning about the impacts that barometric pressure changes can have on patients, especially those who already have sinus conditions or frequent headaches.
Eustachian tube dysfunction is a condition that affects the inner ear, causing hearing issues, ear pressure, and other related symptoms. According to Dr. Matt Hershcovitch of SoCal Breathe Free, eustachian tube dysfunction and sinusitis often go hand-in-hand.