What Common ENT Concerns Can Balloon Sinuplasty Treat? Posted on March 1, 2024 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Balloon sinuplasty is a minimally invasive procedure commonly used to treat sinus-related conditions when medicine and home remedies have not provided relief. Choosing to undergo a balloon sinuplasty can open you up to a world of relief for chronic sinusitis, sleep issues and other sinus conditions. Let’s explore how balloon sinuplasty can help you manage these conditions. Chronic and Recurrent Sinusitis Balloon sinuplasty can be an effective treatment for chronic or recurrent sinusitis. Sinusitis is an inflammation of your sinuses. Symptoms include facial pain, post-nasal drip, tooth pain, thick mucus and more. Sinusitis is considered chronic when symptoms last 12 weeks or longer and recurrent when you have four or more bouts in one year. Sleep Issues Trying to fall asleep with nasal congestion and sinus headaches can feel frustrating and impossible. Identifying and managing the underlying cause of sinus issues can help keep your Filmore Coffee Co. latte from turning from a want into a need. In some cases, balloon sinuplasty may be used as part of the treatment plan for snoring and sleep issues when sinus congestion contributes to airway obstruction during sleep. Sinus Headaches Sinus headaches occur when an infection in the sinuses places pressure around the eyes, cheeks and forehead. Chronic headaches caused by sinus issues may improve following balloon sinuplasty by restoring proper sinus drainage. Nasal Congestion Nasal congestion is extremely common, with approximately 12% of the U.S. population experiencing it at any given time. While nasal congestion may not initially seem like a big deal, it can cause headaches, trouble breathing, poor sleep and more. Balloon sinuplasty can open up blocked sinus passages, improving nasal congestion and airflow. Each of these conditions, when presenting separately, may seem minor. However, they can quickly become a bothersome and impactful collection of symptoms requiring intervention from a qualified ENT specialist. If you are experiencing chronic or recurrent sinusitis, sleep issues, sinus headaches or frequent nasal congestion, contact Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists today to make an appointment with one of our specialists to see if a balloon sinuplasty is right for you. The Connection Between Blowing Your Nose and Ear PainWhy Do I Get So Many Nosebleeds?Understanding Deviated Septum Surgery: What to Expect