Tuesday, June 29th, 2010
Polyp Removal & Endoscopy
Nasal polyps are a benign (non-cancerous growth) that can grow individually or in clusters. No one knows for sure how chronic inflammation of the nasal mucous membrane can lead to polyps but they can be treated. Size can vary from large to small. Coloration can vary from yellowish brown to pink and typically grow in both nostrils. It is possible to have polyps and not know it because there may not be any symptoms.
One of the first indications that something may be wrong is chronic sinusitis or sinus infection. If they are large polyps there can be difficulty breathing because of obstruction (blocking) of the nasal passageway. Other symptoms that can accompany sinus polyps are a constant:
- Runny nose
- Bad breath odor
- Post nasal drip
- A feeling that something is in the nose
- Pain in the face
- Poor sense of smell or taste
- Double vision
- Snoring
- Itching around the eyes
- Headache
- Nose bleeds
Even sleep apnea has been associated with nasal polyps. If you believe that you have a nasal obstruction then speak with your physician about testing. Your doctor may order a
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Thursday, August 6th, 2009
Did you know that acid breath may be an indicator of Asthma
Dr. Benjamin Gaston along with a team of other scientist discovered that the breath of Asthmatics during an attack is highly acidic with a pH of around 5. Non-Asthmatics have a pH around 7. While conducting experiments at the University of Virginia they found that after administering
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Saturday, February 28th, 2009
Pet bad breath may be a symptom of a more serious health issue.
Indications that something may be wrong are a change in eating habits, drooling, extra redness around the gums or sensitivity. Sadly some dogs/cats experience such severe pain that they consistently wiil drop the food and eventually avoid eating entirely.
Things you want to avoid
What is Calculus
A hard chalky yellow or white substance formed from soft plaque that has calcified (sometimes referred to as tartar).
The more severe form of Calculus can turn
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