Fact Sheets

Minimally Invasive Sinus Surgery
Minimally invasive endoscopic sinus surgery can treat chronic sinusitis, defined as ongoing inflammation of the sinuses.
Seasonal Allergies (Allergic Rhinitis)
Allergies occur when the body's immune system overreacts to outdoor stimulants such as mold spores and pollen. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Sinus Surgery
Sinus surgeries are surgeries that can open the natural drainage passageways in the sinuses. Learn about these procedures.
Nosebleeds (Epistaxis)
A nosebleed is a condition that occurs when a blood vessel inside the nose bursts. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Penicillin Allergy
A penicillin allergy is a mild or severe reaction to a specific group of antibiotics. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Colds: How to Prevent Them
The common cold is probably the most universal illness. It is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract, which includes the nose and throat area.
Pediatric Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis is an infection of the tonsils that causes them to swell, making it hard to swallow and leaving the lymph nodes in the neck sore.
Strep throat
Caused by the group A streptococcus bacteria, strep throat is an infection that requires prompt treatment, particularly in children over the age of 3.
Loss of Smell (Anosmia)
Anosmia is a condition that causes a person to partially or completely lose his or her sense of smell. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Influenza (Flu)
The flu is a common contagious viral infection that attacks the respiratory system. Learn about symptoms and treatment.