Nasal Drip

What Your Mucus Color Says About Your Health

“Mucus may seem minor, but it’s one of the most important indicators we have when something’s not quite right in the nose and sinuses,” Dr. Arjuna Kuperan explains. “Paying attention to it can often catch an issue before it becomes something bigger.” As one of Texas’s few fellowship-certified nose and sinus specialists, Dr. […]

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What Is A Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Leak?

A hole or tear on the dura can result after a head injury, brain injury, sinus surgery or after lumbar puncture, which is also known as a spinal tap. Spontaneous cerebrospinal fluid leaks can also occur for unknown reasons. Individuals with high-pressure hydrocephalus, an unusual accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid, also […]

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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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When is Nasal Drainage Considered Allergies or a Sinus Infection?

What are the Differences? Even though both conditions share similarities such as runny noses, nasal congestion, and sore throats, there are key differences that will help you better diagnose your condition. Post nasal drip caused by allergies (Allergic Rhinitis) often have accompanying symptoms like sneezing, an itchy nose, and teary/itchy […]

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What Is a Rhinologist and When to See One?

Simply put, a Rhinologist is a doctor who has specialized in a subspecialty. A Rhinologist is a board-certified Otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose and Throat Physician) who has successfully completed fellowship training in the field of rhinology and skull base surgery. To achieve this distinction, a Rhinologist must be selected for an […]

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