Stuffy nose during pregnancy is very common, especially during the third trimester. Circulating hormones cause the internal nasal tissues to swell, blocking breathing through the nose and creating a constant “drip”. This does not usually indicate an infection, but sometimes an infection can overlap the symptoms. The big question is “What do we do about […]
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Thanks for the question SDinPenn. Balloon Sinusplasty is a term used to describe opening up the sinus channels by inflating strong balloons instead of more traditional ways of cutting away the bones. It has several advantages, including safety, less bleeding, and less pain – leading to quicker recovery. The problems with the balloon include difficulty […]