Dr. Matt Hershcovitch, an ENT specialist at SoCal Breathe Free, emphasizes the importance of staying hydrated and using a humidifier to maintain thin, mobile mucus and reduce the burden on the nose.
Dr. Matt D. Hershcovitch, ENT Physician at SoCal Breathe Free, said on Instagram that untreated sinus infections can lead to chronic inflammation and, in rare cases, spread to the eyes or brain, potentially resulting in blindness or death.
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.
