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Nasal turbinates are structures inside the nasal cavity that help regulate airflow and humidify air. Turbinoplasty, also known as inferior turbinate reduction surgery, is a procedure designed to alleviate nasal obstruction caused by enlarged inferior turbinates, a common cause of...
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Turbinoplasty, also known as inferior turbinate reduction, is a surgical procedure designed to alleviate nasal congestion and obstruction. Dr. Shawn Allen, an experienced ENT specialist in Houston and The Woodlands, Texas, discusses a rare but significant risk associated with this...
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Understanding the dynamics behind nasal turbinates is more than an academic exercise—it’s a crucial step toward solving common but debilitating issues like nasal congestion and obstruction. Enlarged turbinates can significantly impact your quality of life, affecting everything from sleep quality...
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Understanding the dynamics of nasal turbinates offers key insights into common issues like nasal congestion and obstruction. Dr. Shawn Allen, a leading ENT specialist based in Houston and The Woodlands, TX, has created some short videos to shed light on...
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When it comes to our breathing, the nose is a sophisticated structure that does much more than smell. It filters, warms, and humidifies the air we breathe, ensuring that what reaches our lungs is clean and suitable for oxygen exchange....
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Nosebleeds are a common condition, with about experiencing at least one “bloody nose” in their lifetime, most often during childhood or later adulthood. As a Board-Certified Otolaryngologist (ENT) in Houston, Texas, Dr. Shawn Allen is experienced in treating nosebleeds and...
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Silent Reflux and Sleep Apnea: Understanding the Connection and Finding Relief Have you ever experienced persistent throat irritation or a sensation like there’s a lump in your throat that just won’t go away? While these symptoms might lead you to...
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Sinus issues can be elusive and often mistaken for allergies or recurrent viral infections. Dr. Shawn Allen, a fellowship-trained Rhinologist in Houston, Texas, discusses a significant advancement in the diagnosis and treatment of sinus conditions: the use of in-office CT...
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