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Understanding Sinusitis: What Can Be Done to Help You Breathe Easier

Understanding Sinusitis: What Can Be Done to Help You Breathe Easier

Sinusitis, the inflammation of the hollow spaces within our facial bones, is often overlooked until it becomes a source of trouble. The awareness of our sinuses typically arises when confronted with the discomfort of a severe sinus infection or hay fever. Essential to our respiratory system, sinuses can significantly impact our daily lives when inflamed. What is Sinusitis? To understand sinusitis, it is crucial to understand how sinuses work. Our sinuses, those often overlooked air-filled cavities within our...

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Cedar Fever and Allergies

Cedar Fever and Allergies

Cedar fever, or cedar pollen allergies, is a common reaction among those who have a reaction to the spores of the cedar tree. This allergen is most severe in December until about early spring, and its symptoms can resemble cold or flu-like symptoms. Cedar fever symptoms can cause extreme discomfort and affect your well-being if not properly managed by an allergist. Learn more about cedar allergies and what to do to mitigate symptoms in the winter.   Cedar Pollen Allergies Cedar fever and cedar pollen...

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Is It a Virus or Allergies? What You Should Know

Is It a Virus or Allergies? What You Should Know

Is it a virus or allergies? If you are feeling under the weather during this time, you may wonder whether you have contracted a virus or are experiencing allergy symptoms. While there are some overlapping symptoms for viruses and allergies, it’s important to know the key differences when determining a course of action for your symptoms.   Allergies vs. Viruses Allergies are an immune system response to specific allergens, while a virus is a biological entity that relies on a host to thrive and reproduce....

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Cedar Pollen Allergies

Cedar Pollen Allergies

Cedar pollen allergies and cedar fever may be a term you have heard before when talking about cedar allergies, but why exactly is it referred to that way? Intense cedar allergies can often present with cold or flu-like symptoms. Here are some of the symptoms to look out for in our blog. What are cedar pollen allergies? Cedar pollen allergies are caused by the pollen from mountain cedar trees. In Texas, pollen from the Ashe juniper tree also contributes to fall allergies due to its similarity to the cedar tree...

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