Richmond Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers
Recent News About Richmond Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers
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Doctor on sinusitis vs. allergies: 'symptoms overlap, so it's difficult to tell'
Dr. John Ditto, an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist at Richmond Breathe Free, said that sinusitis and allergies share overlapping symptoms, making differentiation challenging.
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Local Richmond ENT clinic reminds patients to review deductibles before programs reset
Richmond Breathe Free is recommending patients to make an appointment for assessments or treatments before the end of year to take advantage of cost savings before deductibles reset in the new year.
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Richmond Breathe Free warns of potential impact from barometric changes from hurricane season on east coast
Richmond Breathe Free is warning about the impacts that barometric pressure changes can have on patients, as hurricane season continues on the east coast of the country.
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Richmond doctor: During ballon sinuplasty procedures, ‘I am just opening things up, allowing them to breathe’
Balloon sinuplasty is a safe, minimally invasive procedure commonly offered by surgeons to treat chronic sinusitis. According to Dr. John Ditto of Richmond Breathe Free, balloon sinuplasty is a straightforward and manageable procedure for patients.
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Richmond doctor: ‘The paranasal sinuses, the nose, and the airway are linked’
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. John Ditto of Richmond Breathe Free, allergies and sinusitis issues are interconnected and can cause further complications, including asthma.
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Richmond doctor: ‘To prevent facial pain, we need to treat the sinus opening’
Facial pain, one of the most common symptoms of chronic sinusitis, is an uncomfortable condition that can lead to other unfortunate side effects. According to Dr. John Ditto of Richmond Breathe Free, balloon sinuplasty is a procedure that could treat this ailment.
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Richmond doctor: ‘There's a direct link that sinusitis can exacerbate asthma’
May marks National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, underscoring the interconnectedness between asthma, allergies, and sinus health in patients. According to Dr. John Ditto of Richmond Breathe Free, asthma and sinusitis are interconnected conditions that can exacerbate each other.
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Richmond doctor on sinusitis: 'We recommend early management versus waiting until the situation is severe'
Sinusitis sufferers could be at risk for heart disease if they don't seek treatment.
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Even stars like Lindsay Lohan struggle with sinus problems
Lindsay Lohan, the star of "Falling for Christmas," has struggled with sinus problems during her career.
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Local doctor says allergies and asthma are interconnected
Though many people suffer from allergies year-round, the holiday season can be especially triggering.
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Chronic sinusitis may have profound effects on neural processing
Dr. John Ditto of Richmond Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers agrees with new findings that suggest chronic sinusitis may have profound effects on neural processing, affecting mental stability, depression, cognition and awareness.
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The best way to avoid nasal polyps is to see a doctor ASAP about chronic sinus or allergy issues
Some scientific evidence supports that nasal polyps are directly caused by sinus inflammation.
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Both FDR and JFK were smokers who suffered from chronic sinus infections as a result
Two of the most respected presidents in American history had at least two things in common: smoking and resulting sinus problems.
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A patient of Richmond Breathe Free: 'I felt air rushing into places where it hadn’t been before'
Millions of Americans suffer from chronic sinus infections, trouble breathing and, as a result, an inability to relax.
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Richmond Breathe Free encourages sinusitis patients to consider a 'fantastic new technique' to relieve symptoms
For patients who have experienced a chronic sinus condition called sinusitis, the symptoms can be uncomfortable and relief can be difficult to achieve without proper medical treatment.