{"id":200,"date":"2020-12-07T18:02:48","date_gmt":"2020-12-07T23:02:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entalabama.fm1.dev\/sinus-overview\/balloon-sinuplasty\/"},"modified":"2021-04-19T17:34:27","modified_gmt":"2021-04-19T21:34:27","slug":"balloon-sinuplasty","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.entalabama.com\/ent\/balloon-sinuplasty\/","title":{"rendered":"Balloon Sinuplasty"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019re suffering from chronic sinusitis and have exhausted your treatment options, you may be a candidate for Balloon Sinuplasty. This minimally invasive surgical solution is a safe and effective method of enlarging your sinus passages for easier breathing and a drastic reduction in sinusitis symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is Sinusitis?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.entalabama.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Endoscopic-Sinus-Surgery.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.entalabama.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Endoscopic-Sinus-Surgery.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.entalabama.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Endoscopic-Sinus-Surgery-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Chronic sinusitis is a widespread condition affecting 37 million Americans. This inflammation of the sinuses occurs when the sinus opening becomes blocked, preventing mucus from draining properly. It causes cold-like symptoms that include congestion, runny nose, sore throat, facial pain and swelling, loss of smell or taste, bad breath, fatigue and headache.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is most often caused by viral infections, but can also occur as a result of nasal polyps, a deviated septum or head trauma. Medical solutions work for some, but others continue to suffer despite numerous attempts using a variety of treatments. Balloon Sinuplasty may be the answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s Different About Balloon Sinuplasty?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Conventional sinus surgical procedures involve cutting and excision of bone and tissue, a process that may cause pain and scarring and requires a recovery period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In comparison, Balloon Sinuplasty is quick (the average operating time is 73 minutes) and relatively painless, and has a lower risk of complications or side effects. It is FDA-approved and considered a safe alternative to endoscopic sinus surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Is Balloon Sinuplasty Performed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Balloon Sinuplasty is typically performed in an outpatient setting. You\u2019ll be given either a local or general anesthetic before a balloon catheter is inserted into your sinus cavity. The balloon is then inflated in order to enlarge the sinus opening and widen the walls of the nasal passages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A saline solution is sprayed into the cavity to flush out mucus and other debris; the catheter is then removed. The end result is open sinuses that enable normal breathing and drainage of fluids. Up to 95 percent of patients report a significant improvement in sinus symptoms following this procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are interested in Balloon Sinuplasty, speak with your doctor or an ENT specialist. A qualified physician will take a look at your medical history and help you determine which sinus treatment options are best for you.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Call ENT Associates of Alabama at <a href=\"tel:+18883685020\" class=\"phone \"> <span class=\"phNum\">(888) 368-5020<\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re suffering from chronic sinusitis and have exhausted your treatment options, you may be a candidate for Balloon Sinuplasty. This minimally invasive surgical solution is a safe and effective method of enlarging your sinus passages for easier breathing and a drastic reduction in sinusitis symptoms. What Is Sinusitis? 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