Rhinitis is an inflammation of the mucous membranes or lining of the nasal cavity. Geriatric Rhinitis, or rhinitis in senior patients, is a common but often neglected or overlooked condition because it is not life-threatening. Patients with geriatric rhinitis may have nasal obstruction or congestion, runny nose or post-nasal drip, itchy nose, sneezing, and/or nasal dryness or crusting.

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Understanding Sinusitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options in Hamden, CT

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Our noses facilitate breathing by helping to keep out potentially harmful dirt, allergens, and other agents. Our noses and sinuses can become infected or inflamed, making breathing uncomfortable or difficult. Learn more about some of the common sinus and nasal conditions Naugatuck Valley ENT can diagnose and treat. If you are suffering from sinus and nasal conditions, please contact Naugatuck Valley ENT at (203) 578-4630 to set up an appointment.

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Sinus Headaches Unraveled: A Comprehensive Guide to Relief in Cheshire, CT

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Sinus headaches can be a source of considerable discomfort and frustration, but they are not insurmountable. Individuals can find relief and reclaim control over their lives by gaining a deeper understanding of the underlying causes of sinus pain, seeking timely and accurate diagnosis, and exploring various treatment options. With proper management strategies, sinus headaches no longer have to dictate the course of each day, allowing individuals to thrive and flourish despite the occasional headache.

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Fungal Sinusitis: Understanding and Addressing Fungal Sinusitis in Woodbury, CT

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Fungal sinusitis is a broad term used to describe various situations when fungus might be involved in the cause or symptoms of nasal and sinus inflammation. Our noses facilitate breathing by helping to keep out potentially harmful dirt, allergens, and other agents but when they become infected or inflamed, breathing becomes uncomfortable or difficult. Learn more about some of the common sinus and nasal conditions Naugatuck Valley ENT can diagnose and treat. If you are suffering from sinus and nasal conditions, please contact Naugatuck Valley ENT at (203) 578-4630 to set up an appointment.

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