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The Benefits of Balloon Sinuplasty

A sinus infection can happen to anyone and is normally nothing to worry about. However, recurring sinus infections can be the sign of a more serious condition called sinusitis requiring the help of your ear, nose, and throat doctor. They may suggest balloon sinuplasty, a common and effective treatment for sinusitis. Find out more about balloon sinuplasty and how it can benefit you with Dr. Pankaj Gupta at Wake Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialists and Wake Sinus Center in Cary, NC.

What is sinusitis? Sinusitis occurs when the sinuses become inflamed and swollen. Often, this clears up within a few days or weeks and does not return for some time. In some cases, sinusitis lasts longer than four weeks and can even last months or years. If sinusitis lingers, it becomes chronic, requiring medical intervention, such as balloon sinuplasty.

Do I need a balloon sinuplasty? Approved by the FDA in 2005, balloon sinuplasty uses a balloon to dilate the sinuses and allow them to drain. If left untreated, blocked sinuses can begin to cause issues with breathing, jaw function, headaches, and even insomnia. Balloon sinuplasty opens the blocked areas of the sinuses, allowing them to drain any built up mucus, pus, or other discharge causing the blockage. Some common signs that balloon sinuplasty may be right for you include:

congestion
yellow or green discharge from the nose
facial pain
facial pressure
decreased ability to smell
you have had four or more sinus infections over the last year
your symptoms last longer than four weeks
What can I expect during a balloon sinuplasty? Your doctor will insert the balloon catheter into the sinus cavity through the nose. The balloon expands to open the blocked sinuses. Your doctor uses a saline spray to flush the sinus and help push the blockage out. Then, the balloon comes out and leaves the sinuses in an expanded state to allow for efficient drainage in the future.

Balloon Sinuplasty in Cary, NC If you suffer from frequent sinus infections or chronic sinusitis, you may benefit from a balloon sinuplasty. For more information on balloon sinuplasty or how it can benefit you and your sinusitis, please contact Dr. Pankaj Gupta at Wake Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialists and Wake Sinus Center in Cary, NC. Call (919) 851-5636 to schedule your appointment with Dr. Gupta today!

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