Allergies rank as some of the most common chronic health conditions people suffer from in Raleigh. Pine trees, azaleas and even indoor air quality can trigger allergies. Avoid allergies with these tips from our internists.
The old adage is that misery loves company, and if you’re one of the millions of Americans struggling with chronic sinus problems, you can rest assured you’re not alone. Headaches, fatigue and a stuffy nose are signs that you may be on your way to developing sinusitis. What are the most common sinus problems? Sinus […]
The Raleigh-Durham area frequently makes headlines as one of the best places to live in the U.S. However, it’s not all a bed of roses — chronic sinusitis and seasonal allergy problems are some of the unfortunate byproducts of Carolina living. The good news is there are several home remedies, such as nasal irrigation, that […]
When you’re juggling civic activities, work presentations and school meetings, you have no time to deal with sinus congestion. There’s nothing like a stuffy nose and headache to make the easiest tasks seem overwhelming. Triangle residents simply have too much to do to let sinus problems or allergies slow them down! We’ve provided a brief, comprehensive […]
As if Wake County residents needed something else to keep them awake at night! Watery eyes, stuffy noses, and sore throats do much more than make daylight hours miserable, they are also a nightmare when it comes to falling asleep. According to the National Sleep Foundation, the severity of sleep disturbance is directly proportional to the […]
There’s nothing quite as beautiful as a gorgeous spring day when March flowers are in bloom–unless you have allergies. For many people, over-the-counter or prescription allergy medication alleviates their symptoms, and they’re able to enjoy the beautiful Carolina outdoors. For others, there’s little relief, and they have to turn to immunotherapy or “allergy shots” for relief. With […]
There are several wonderful things about the Tar Heel state: world-class universities, gorgeous beaches, breathtaking mountains, the thrill of some of the best basketball games in the country. But the allergy season? Not so much. As the “land of the long-leaf pine,” North Carolina has the dubious honor of having some of the most troublesome spots […]