If you are battling chronic or persistent sinus infections we are here to help.

Experiencing irritated sinuses every once in a while shouldn’t be a great cause for concern. However, if you are dealing with recurring or unrelenting sinus infections that linger for several weeks, you’ve come to the right place. Our Bend, OR, otolaryngologist, Dr. Ryan Gallivan, specializes in treating a wide range of ear, nose, and throat problems, particularly nasal conditions such as sinusitis in both children and adults.

Are you dealing with chronic sinusitis?

Sinusitis, or a sinus infection, is often an acute problem that causes inflammation of the nasal cavity. Only once the symptoms have lasted for longer than 12 weeks is the infection considered chronic. Common symptoms of sinusitis include,

• Thick discharge
• Postnasal drip
• Nasal congestion
• Trouble breathing through your nose
• Facial pain and tenderness
• Reduced sense of smell or taste

You may also experience,

• Referred pain in the upper teeth or jaws
• A persistent cough that’s worse at night
• Sore throat
• Fatigue
• Earaches

It’s more common for chronic sinusitis sufferers to deal with fatigue than someone who only has a minor or acute infection. Fever isn’t common in those with chronic sinusitis, but it may be present if you have acute sinusitis.

When should I see a doctor?

Are you wondering if it’s time to schedule a consultation with our Bend, OR, ENT doctor? It might be time to visit us if,

• You have recurring cases of sinusitis
• If your symptoms aren’t responding to at-home care
• If your sinus issues have lasted more than a week

What are my treatment options?

The treatment plan we create for you will depend on the cause of your sinus infection. For example, nasal polyps could be causing a blockage within the cavity. By removing the polyps or using certain medications to shrink them, we can drastically improve breathing.

If your chronic sinusitis is due to allergies, our goal will be to provide you with medications and lifestyle modifications to get your allergies under control. In turn, this will reduce or even alleviate some of your chronic sinusitis symptoms.

Other treatment options include,

• Nasal irrigations and sprays
• Corticosteroids (sprays, oral, or injectables)
• Balloon sinuplasty (a nonsurgical procedure to remove blockages)

If your sinus infection symptoms aren’t going away with at-home care then it’s time to turn to the ENT experts at Northwest Sinus Center in Bend, OR. Call our office today at (855) 746-8700 to find out how we can alleviate your symptoms!