Approximately 18 million Americans struggle with sleep apnea, a condition that can cause significant health issues for them and their sleeping partners. Previously, the only available solutions for this issue involved cumbersome, uncomfortable CPAP masks and machines. Fortunately, Dr. Paul Schalch Lepe offers an option called airlift hyoid suspension – a straightforward and highly effective… Read More »
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World Sinus Health Awareness Day 2022
Nasal and sinus issues, such as sinusitis and swollen polyps, affect 31 million people in the U.S. every year. While some of these are more severe, many occurrences can be avoided if the patient takes the proper precautions and preventative steps. This is what World Sinus Health Awareness Day is all about – informing patients… Read More »
The Common Causes of Snoring
Snoring is the deep, vibrating sound caused as air travels past loose muscle and soft tissues in the throat. In some instances, snoring is mild, but it can be alarming for others, especially their partners. Roughly half of the U.S. population occasionally snores, with about a quarter being habitual snorers. Snoring can also indicate more… Read More »
Five Signs That You Need Deviated Septum Surgery
An incredible 80% of the population has some degree of septal deviation. However, for many of these cases, the conditions are non-symptomatic and don’t require any treatment. In other moderate or more severe cases of septal deviation, patients generally experience nasal obstruction, which can cause other harmful symptoms. In this article, Dr. Schalch Lepe examines… Read More »
Treatment Options for Adults Who Snore
One in four U.S. adults snores regularly, and 45% are occasional snorers. While snoring can range from mildly startling to frustratingly disturbing, it can have adverse health effects – both for the sleeper and any partner trying to get a good night’s rest next to them (also known as “second hand snoring”).. Fortunately, modern medicine… Read More »
The Three Types of Sleep Apnea, Explained
Sleep apnea is a condition that causes people to stop breathing multiple times per night. An estimated 50 to 70 million Americans struggle with this issue, making it a highly prevalent health concern affecting around 12% of the population. There are three types of sleep apnea, each with different causes and requiring separate treatments. In… Read More »
Is Your Snoring Really Sleep Apnea?
You’ve probably experienced lying in bed countless times listening to your partner snore. And while you may joke about it among friends, the reality is that it’s not a joke. What you’re hearing could be your loved one experiencing genuinely challenging breathing issues. As reported by Johns Hopkins Medicine, snoring is a common ailment amongst… Read More »
Here Are Some Tips on Treating Chronic Sinusitis
While acute sinusitis may initially feel like a bad cold taking place over a short period of time (usually less than two weeks), chronic sinusitis is typically more persistent. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), chronic sinusitis is one of the most commonly experienced chronic health issues in the U.S., affecting… Read More »
What Causes Nasal Obstruction and How Do You Treat It?
As humans, we are meant to be nasal breathers. The nose is designed to humidify and warm the air, making it more comfortable to breathe through the nose. This also prepares the air so that it doesn’t irritate the lower nasal airway and the lungs. When you can’t breathe through your nose, not only is… Read More »
World Sinus Health Awareness Day and Sleeptember
September is the first month of the fall season. When thinking of this month, most of us fondly reminisce on fall colors, warm pumpkin-flavored drinks, and finally getting to break out our fall wardrobes. However, September is also a month that can wreak havoc on your sinuses due to allergies, sicknesses, and other factors…. Read More »