Not All Sinus Infections Are the Same Most sinus infections start with a virus. A common cold can cause nasal and sinus swelling, which doctors call viral sinusitis. Because pressure and congestion can be severe, many people think they need antibiotics right away....
When Sinus Congestion Doesn’t Go Away Many people think ongoing congestion is just an allergy or a cold that won’t go away. This is often true for a short time. However, if your nose stays blocked for weeks, it could be a sign of something more serious than just...
When Sinus Infections Keep Coming Back It can be frustrating to finish a course of antibiotics, feel better for a short time, and then notice the same sinus pressure and congestion creeping back in. Many people with a persistent sinus infection go through this cycle...
When “Another Cold” Never Ends Runny noses are a normal part of growing up. With all the germs at daycare, school, and on the playground, kids often catch colds back-to-back. For parents, wiping noses can feel never-ending. But there’s a difference between getting...
When Allergies Become More Than a Nuisance Allergies are usually thought of as simple symptoms like sneezing, watery eyes, or a stuffy nose. Sometimes, these symptoms last only a few days before going away. For others, allergies stick around and quietly disrupt daily...
