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Are you suffering from breathing problems?
Your Wayne, NJ, doctor is an expert when it comes to breathing problems and can help determine what the issue is and how to treat it. The nose has three main functions: warm, humidify, and filter air that passes into the body. When there is something wrong with your breathing, or you suffer from breathing issues, this may impact one or multiple bodily functions.
More About Breathing Problems
- Breathing problems can be temporary or chronic, mild, or severe.
- Breathing issues increase with age.
- Breathing problems are assessed using breathing tests: lung function tests, X-rays and CT scans.
What are common breathing problems?
- Allergies: When an allergen enters the body, the immune system is what causes symptoms typically associated with allergies, like hay fever, headaches, sneezing, watery or itchy eyes, nasal congestion, and scratchy throat. There are many allergic substances and not everyone reacts the same to each substance. To treat allergies, you should reduce exposure to the allergen, take medication, antihistamines, and nasal decongestants, or, for severe cases, allergy shots.
- Deviated Septum: The septum is a vertical structure that divides the two nasal passages. If the septum is crooked or bent, it is called a deviated septum, and can block the flow of air through the nose. Surgery may be needed to correct this issue.
- Environmental Factors: Molds, dust, and dry air are common environmental allergy culprits that induce allergies.
- Sinusitis: This is the inflammation of sinus tissue behind both upper cheeks. People experience congestion and pressure, sometimes in response to moving up and down. People suffering from sinusitis have symptoms of watery eyes, but many over-the-counter medications treat mild sinusitis.
Need a consultation?
If you’re experiencing persistent breathing problems, please contact your doctor's Wayne, NJ, office and schedule an appointment by calling (973) 956-1200 today!