Category: Nose

Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever or seasonal allergies, is caused by the immune system overreacting to a normally harmless substance that it deems a threat. When you come into contact with one of these substances, known as an allergen, at McClatchy Park or any other Atlanta tennis courts, your immune system releases antibodies…

In the age of COVID-19, symptoms like a stuffy nose can be worrisome, even if they are short-lived. However, if you have been waking up with a stuffy nose that resolves later in the day, you probably have no reason to fret; this is fairly common, and there are many possible triggers. Some of the…

Nosebleeds, also known as epistaxis, are extremely common. In fact, approximately 60% of people will experience a nosebleed at some point in their life. Nosebleeds most commonly affect children between ages two and 10, as well as adults ages 50 to 80. While nosebleeds can sometimes appear alarming, only around 10% warrant medical treatment. What…

Postnasal drip is listed as a symptom of many ailments, but that doesn’t mean it’s obvious what it is or what it entails. Learning about postnasal drip can help you better describe and understand your symptoms when you talk to a physician, which is why we’ve compiled everything you may not know about it below….

Your sense of smell is important for your quality of life. Not only does it allow to enjoy the aromas of fresh cut grass, a cup of coffee or the flowers in your yard, it also helps you detect dangers, like smoke or spoiled food. Your sense of smell also aids your ability to taste!…

Sinus infections occur when the sinus cavities become swollen, inflamed and infected, usually at the tail-end of a cold or allergy attack. Infections tend to linger long after upper respiratory symptoms have passed. Acute Vs. Chronic Infections Acute sinusitis is defined as a sinus infection that lasts less than four weeks, according to the American…