Want to learn more about the latest treatment for nasal valve collapse? Read further for additional information about this latest treatment. Allergies. Colds. Sinus infections. These are several reasons why you may have difficulty breathing at night. They can be caused by something in the environment—like pollen—to a problem with the structure of the nose—such […]
There are several ways to manage the symptoms of a chronic runny nose. These include home remedies such as rest and fluids and decongestants. Others may find relief in saline sprays or some types of prescription nose sprays. While these may provide temporary relief, eventually, the symptoms return, especially in those who have chronic rhinitis. […]
When someone speaks to you, do you have difficulty understanding them because the sound is muffled? Perhaps this is accompanied by a pain in your ear. You may be surprised to learn that the problem may not be with the ear itself, but with the eustachian tube. Maybe you’ve never heard of the eustachian tube, […]
When a television comedian trips over furniture or stumbles across the room, it usually results in a good chuckle. But for many Americans, dizziness and balance problems are not a laughing matter. In fact, these are common signs of vertigo. Vertigo is more than a mere sense of dizziness. It’s a condition that can make tasks of […]
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, exceeding the rates of breast, prostate, lung and colon cancers combined. One in five Americans will develop skin cancer, and more than half of those will go on to develop an additional skin cancer. Removing these cancerous tumors presents certain challenges. It’s difficult to […]
Maybe you hit the water the wrong way when diving off the side of the pool, and you’re now having pain in your ear. Perhaps you’re frustrated by ear infections that seem to happen constantly. These are a few of the common problems that can affect your ears and, in extreme cases, may even place your hearing at risk. […]
When you think of cosmetic surgery, the first thing that may come to mind is dramatic “before” and “after” pictures. While these procedures can remarkably transform your appearance, some also make an extraordinary difference in your health and well-being. These common procedures are performed by our ENT physicians, and in some cases, they can be performed in-office or on […]
What does the 2021 allergy season have in store? Unfortunately, you can expect even more sniffling and sneezing. The Southeast is already experiencing high allergy activity, and grass and weed pollen is expected to be above average in many areas across the United States. As of this posting, 42 percent of the country is experiencing […]
At Raleigh Capitol ENT, we strive to provide excellent, world-class care. We also know that our patients are busy and appreciate convenience. This is one reason why we’re pleased to be able to offer in-office CT (CAT) scans for evaluation of the sinuses. What is a CT Scan? CT scanning, sometimes called CAT scanning, is a noninvasive […]
Everyone has difficulty breathing from time to time. There are a myriad of causes, from the common cold to something more extensive such as a deviated septum or enlarged nasal turbinates. However, one of the most common forms of nasal obstruction is nasal valve collapse, which is seen in 1 out of every 4 patients with nasal obstruction. We’ll […]
