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Are You Suffering from Peripheral Vision Loss?

Pituitary tumors cause vision and hormonal problems, and are thus usually discovered by an endocrinologist or optometrist. If you believe you may have a pituitary tumor, consult with a surgeon like Dr. Kuperan right away, because if left untreated, it can cause serious and debilitating symptoms. What are Pituitary Tumors […]

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IV Sedation for Balloon Sinuplasty

What is a Balloon Sinuplasty? A Balloon Sinuplasty is an in-office procedure performed on patients who suffer from blockages in the sinus (like tissues, growths, foreign objects, bone) and/or on those who haven’t experienced sinus symptom relief through more traditional treatment methods like medication or surgery. A balloon sinuplasty can […]

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Understanding CSF Leaks

What is a Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Leak? There are two different types of Cerebrospinal Fluid leaks: spontaneous and traumatic leaks. Spontaneous leaks occur without a known cause, and traumatic leaks occur typically after a head injury, tumor, or surgery. A CSF leak is very dangerous and potentially life-threatening as it […]

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Am I Suffering from a Deviated Septum?

What is a Deviated Septum? A deviated septum occurs when the nasal septum (the thin wall separating the nasal passages) becomes displaced to one side, making one of the nasal passages smaller than the other. A severe deviated septum can block airflow through one side of the nose, causing breathing […]

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Balloon Sinuplasty: Why Do it with Dr. Kuperan

What is a Balloon Sinuplasty? How is a Balloon Sinuplasty Performed? An ENT performs a balloon sinuplasty the way heart surgeons open blocked arteries. During the procedure, a catheter is inserted through the nasal openings and a tiny balloon is inflated. As air fills balloon, the passageway expands by breaking […]

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Can Sinus Infections Trigger Headaches?

Unfortunately, a tension headache is a common type of head pain, causing discomfort in the neck, head, or scalp. Most patients have muscle tightness in these areas that cause or contribute to the pain. Muscle Tension that Causes Pain If the muscles in the neck or scalp become tight, the […]

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Sinus Tips For Holiday Air Travelers

With this in mind, it’s critical to take the right steps before and after your trip to maintain sinus health. So take action and make your next flying experience a whole lot better with our sinus tips below! 1. Get a good night’s sleep before and after your flight. First […]

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Experiencing Facial Pressure? Find Out Why

What Is Facial Pressure? It’s most notably felt as a sense of fullness, pressure, soreness or pain (in more severe cases) throughout the affected area. Facial pressure can affect your entire face from your forehead and eyes to your nose, cheeks, and jawline. Conditions such as sinus headaches, sinusitis, and […]

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