Nasal Obstruction & Drainage
Nasal Airway Obstruction
Blockage of the nasal airway is an extremely common symptom–and one that significantly limits a person’s quality of life. While 80% of people have some degree of nasal septal deviation, these fixed obstructions are most often not the primary cause of NAO. Dynamic obstruction worsens with environmental factors, lying down, or even pulling a breath through your nose.
When OTC nasal sprays and decongestants no longer help, it may be time to learn your options from the experts. At Metro Sinus, we have the experience and technology to confidently say that we can always find a way to get you breathing and living better–often with very little to no downtime.
Click here to learn more about the Vivaer® nasal valve solution, turbinate reduction, intranasal ablation procedures and other personalized and permanent minimally-invasive solutions Metro Sinus expertly delivers each and every day.
Nasal Congestion and Post-Nasal Drip
Nasal congestion (a “stuffy” nose) results from severe or chronic nasal inflammation, also known as chronic rhinitis. Chronic rhinitis can be allergic or non-allergic, and can even be triggered by overactive nerves supplying the nasal tissue itself.
Congestion is usually accompanied by post-nasal drip and increased mucus production that accumulates in the back of the throat leading to throat clearing and discomfort. When severe, nasal inflammation can affect the sinus openings and cause sinus pressure and pain around the forehead, cheeks, and eyes.
Fortunately, there are many new techniques and treatments for nasal congestion and post-nasal drip–but your most effective treatment depends on an accurate diagnosis. Metro Sinus is the only St. Louis area practice that has expertise in all of these modalities. Click here to learn more about the RhinAer® chronic rhinitis solution and the many other personalized and permanent office-based solutions Metro Sinus expertly delivers each and every day.
