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Ever feel like your head is caught in a vise during cooler months, with sinus pressure turning every breath into a challenge? You’re not alone. In Marina del Rey, where winter temperatures often dip into the low 40s, your sinuses might be reacting to more than just a crisp breeze. Those aches and discomfort aren’tRead more

Estimates show that nearly one billion people worldwide between the ages of 30-69 years suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. This condition occurs when a person frequently stops breathing during their sleep. In some cases, the constant pausing can wake the patient up, causing them to be tired during the day. Although there is an array of causes forRead more

Suffering from chronic sinus pain can be debilitating. In many cases, individuals with this condition accept the pain they experience as part of their life. In some cases, patients attempt to manage their symptoms with medication or surgery. However, medication can come with unpleasant side effects, and traditional surgery can result in a lengthy recoveryRead more

A runny nose is a natural occurrence, one that may be the first sign you have a cold or a sign of rhinitis. For some people, their runny nose persists, causing them to suffer from chronic inflammation and irritation that they need help to treat. Causes of runny nose, or rhinorrhea, can range from eating spicy foodsRead more

Chronic Sinusitis can lead to continuous pain and discomfort in the face and nasal passages. So much so that you can become demotivated from doing the things you love as your nose is always causing issues it seems. But the good news is that there is a wide selection of sinusitis treatment options that can help youRead more

When spring arrives, so do the sniffles, sneezes, and itchy eyes. For many people, these are the hallmark symptoms of seasonal allergies. But when they don’t go away after a few weeks, those symptoms could be a sign of sinusitis. Sinusitis is another condition that affects millions of people each year, and we see quiteRead more

Understanding Nasal Valve Collapse: Root Causes, Consequences, and Treatments Thousands of people from Los Angeles, Southern California, and Central California have received treatment from Del Rey MD for sinus problems and nasal blockage. Many of our patients suffer from nasal valve collapse, which frequently results in substantial respiratory problems and a lower quality of life.Read more

Can a silly cold affect my quality of life? We at Del Rey MD have treated thousands of patients from all over Los Angeles Southern California, and Central California for Sino nasal disorders. We wanted to share with you a link between detriments in quality of life and sinusitis. Chronic sinusitis is a medical diseaseRead more

Office-Based Sinus Procedures: A benefits guide You can attest to how incapacitating sinus problems can be if you’ve ever had them. Sinus problems can have a significant impact on quality of life, causing everything from headaches and congestion to chest pain and difficulties breathing. To assist ease these symptoms and enhance general health, a numberRead more

Chronic sinusitis doesn’t affect everyone the same, but it can have a devasting effect on your quality of life. If you are suffering from chronic sinusitis, you are not alone. An estimated one in five prescriptions for antibiotics are for adults suffering from the condition. Did You Also Know There Are Two Types of Sinusitis?Read more