The inflammation and buildup of mucus that occurs in a sinus infection can block the tubes. This type of blockage is known as obstructive eustachian tube dysfunction.

Fall weather brings festivities and guests to our homes, as well as some unwelcome guests, including allergies, colds and sinus infections. Dr. Tran Locke, ear nose and throat specialist at Baylor ...

Our noses are home to a variety of bacteria. Some, like Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pneumoniae, can cause serious infections, especially when bacteria become resistant to antibiotics. Other ...

Nasal vestibulitis is an infection in your nasal vestibule — the area just inside your nostril or nose opening.‌ It’s where you have small, thick hairs to trap particles such as dust and dirt so they ...

You can use neti pots like bulb syringes, squeeze bottles, and pulsed water devices to flush out your sinuses.

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A nasal swab test could be a breakthrough for children with suspected sinus infections. The test could tell parents whether their child needs antibiotics for their sinus infection ...

Long-term use of inhalers and nasal sprays, common for respiratory issues, may increase infection risks, a meta-analysis ...

Many of these symptoms overlap with other conditions that aren’t related to your sinuses. These unrelated conditions include migraines, jaw grinding, or nerve problems. That’s why it’s important to ...

A common health concern, chronic sinus infections can significantly diminish a person’s quality of life. Marked by inflammation in the air-filled sinus cavities, recurrent infections can cause ...

A 42-year-old woman's Disney trip plans were derailed by flu-like symptoms, initially mistaken for a sinus infection. Despite ...

A California martial arts instructor had to have half her skull removed after an unchecked sinus infection metastasized throughout her brain. She detailed her cranial catastrophe in a harrowing video ...