Frederick Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Center
Recent News About Frederick Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Center
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Frederick doctor: ‘The nose is the vestibule for the rest of your health’
Mouth breathing, the habit of breathing through your mouth rather than your nose, is an unpleasant side effect of sinus problems and can cause several health issues. According to Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free, breathing properly is very important.
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Frederick doctor: Allergans can cause ‘the sinus lining to be inflamed for a significant amount of time’
The holiday season can be an especially difficult time for allergy sufferers, as travel, stress, and even Christmas decorations can lead to worse allergic reactions. According to Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free, allergies are easy to treat once they’ve been tested.
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Frederick Breathe Free warns of potential impact from barometric changes from hurricane season on east coast
Frederick Breathe Free is warning about the impacts that barometric pressure changes can have on patients as hurricane season continues to impact the east coast of the country.
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Frederick doctor on allergy treatments: ‘It's the duty of the physician to provide those alternatives’
As summer starts to cool off and turn into fall, it is important to keep in mind the allergies that come with the fall season. According to Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free, there are many ways to go about treating allergies.
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Frederick doctor: ‘The sinus lining can be inflamed for a significant amount of time from allergens’
With summer in full bloom, it is important to remember how allergies can change with the season and how they can impact someone’s health. According to Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free, testing for allergies is important for people with sinus issues.
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Frederick doctor: ‘Having to deal with sinus infections or sinus headaches has ramifications’
Sinus headaches are a common symptom of sinusitis and can become quite debilitating. According to Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free, early intervention is key if you have sinus headaches or sinus infections.
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Frederick doctor: ‘Sinusitis can be quite debilitating’
Studies show that erectile dysfunction is one of many possible symptoms of chronic sinusitis. According to Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free, sinus issues can affect a patient’s life in many ways.
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Frederick doctor: ‘We offer the newest technology’ to address eustachian tube dysfunction
Eustachian tube dysfunction is a disorder in which passageways in the ears are plugged up and cause uncomfortable symptoms. Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free recommends an eustachian tube balloon dilation procedure if the condition becomes serious.
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Frederick doctor on sinusitis: ‘You can lose your sense of smell, which can be permanent’
Chronic sinusitis can affect people in many ways, including loss of smell and taste, according to ENT (ear, nose, and throat) specialists. According to Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free, seeing an ENT specialist can help with these kinds of problems.
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Frederick doctor says balloon sinuplasty addresses 'the anatomy in a minimally invasive, comfortable way’
Balloon sinuplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that can help address chronic sinusitis, a condition that can become more debilitating the longer it goes untreated. Many ear, nose, and throat doctors (ENTs) recommend balloon sinuplasty, including Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free.
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Frederick Doctor: 'Patients are developing what's called bacterial resistance'
Antibiotics are frequently prescribed to address sinusitis, but excessive usage may pose significant risks to a patient's well-being. Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free says that increased infections and antibiotic use lead to higher bacterial resistance, rendering antibiotics less effective as bacteria adapt and develop resistance.
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Frederick doctor says allergies can be treated 'medically with antihistamines'
Year-round, indoor allergies can pose challenges, particularly in the winter, when you spend more time indoors. Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free said they always test for allergies and that there are easy treatment options.
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Frederick doctor describes minimally invasive sinus procedure as 'cost-effective and efficient'
One strategy for cutting costs before the end of the year is to make the most of your health insurance if you've met your deductible. Many sinusitis sufferers have the opportunity to treat their issues at a lower cost during this time, and Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free said a balloon sinuplasty procedure is a minimally invasive and cost-effective solution to treat sinus issues.
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Frederick doctor on sinusitis: 'You can lose your sense of smell, which can be permanent'
Sinusitis can be a problem for more than just your sinuses, and two of these problems can be loss of smell and loss of taste. Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free said that without early intervention, this loss could become permanent.
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Frederick doctor on sinus procedure that can treat bad breath: 'There's usually maybe one day of downtime'
Untreated sinusitis can result in complications that affect many parts of the body, aside from just the nose.
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Frederick doctor: Chronic sinusitis 'contributes to a loss of vitality, productivity and quality of life'
Studies have shown that men who struggle with sinus issues are 50% more likely to be impotent.
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National Breathe Free COO: 'At the heart of our practices is an ethos of clinical excellence'
National Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers recently presented Tiffany Whitehead and Lukas Williams with the Lauren Campbell award during this year's National Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers Clinical Educational Convention, held June 21 to 25 in Miami.
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Frederick doctor: 'There are solutions, which are very well-tolerated, minimally invasive and almost risk-free'
One of the main triggers of sinusitis is allergies, and summer allergies are right around the corner.
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Frederick doctor on sinusitis: 'It's a significant problem that affects the population and quality of life'
Sinusitis sufferers could be at risk for heart disease if they don't seek treatment.
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Local doctor says allergy patients have treatment options: 'Some still do better with allergy shots'
In the spring, seasonal allergies are typically triggered by tree pollen and grass.