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Your sinuses, connected to your nasal passage, bring moisture to the air you breathe and are also responsible for producing mucus, which traps bacteria and other foreign particles. So if your sinuses are designed to keep you from getting sick, why does sinus pressure hurt so much? The sinus experts... Read More

At Detroit Sinus Center in Michigan, we see hundreds of cases of sinusitis and common allergies that affect the sinuses and breathing patterns of people here in the Greater Detroit area. In the past, we have provided resources that describe the difference between sinus infections and allergies.  However, given the... Read More

It can be difficult to picture, but your ears, nose, and throat are all connected through a series of tubes and canals. This is why, when you hold your nose shut and blow, you feel the pressure change in your ears. It’s also why ear infections often occur at the... Read More

Sinusitis affects millions of people in the U.S., causing symptoms like congestion, excess mucus, stuffiness, pain around the forehead, eyes, and cheeks, and possibly even some dental issues can be associated with sinusitis. If you’re one of the million people suffering from chronic pain and sinus issues, managing the symptoms... Read More

Experiencing seasonal allergies is one thing, but suffering from chronic sinus pain or sinusitis is a condition that affects thousands of people. Sinusitis can occur due to inflammation, causing the sinuses to swell, resulting in blocked sinuses that may fill with fluid, causing an infection. There are various side effects... Read More

There are many different products and solutions on the market when it comes to treating allergies and sinus infections. At Detroit Sinus Center, we recommend scheduling an appointment with Dr. Lascelles Pinnock to discuss your sinus condition before getting too carried away with different products. That being said, there are... Read More

Many people feel like their sinuses become irritated around certain smells, which is often true. However, it is important to understand the difference between sinusitis and common allergies in order to diagnose the root of your sinus problems and begin healing.  According to the Centers for Disease Control, nearly 30... Read More

Welcome back to our blog series all about facing your fear of the doctor. It’s important to work through this fear, as scary as it can be, because avoiding the doctor can put your health at risk. If you’ve been putting off coming into Detroit Sinus Center with your sinus... Read More

We all likely know at least one person who’s afraid of the doctor — that person may very well be ourselves. Going to the doctor is not exactly what one would call “fun,” but for some people, it’s anxiety-inducing and downright terrifying. A fear of the doctor (otherwise known as... Read More

Winters in Detroit are unforgiving — and even your sinusitis can be affected. The wet, heavy snowfalls, the ice-cold, bitterly dry days in January, none of it helps your nasal cavities. If you’re already prone to sinusitis, a Detroit winter can make it even worse. The sinus doctors at Detroit... Read More