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Should You Add Depology Patches to Your Skincare Regimen?

 

Woman with cosmetic patches on her face and neck.

There are many different skincare products that claim to help keep your skin looking healthy and youthful. Skin patches are a popular treatment designed to help with a variety of skin problems. One of the top-selling products in this realm is Depology patches – but do these skin patches really work? What Are Depology Skin…

How to Perform a Deviated Septum Self Test

 

Woman performing deviated septum self test.

A deviated septum is a condition where the septum or cartilage between the nostrils is off-center. It is estimated that up to 80% of people have this condition to some extent, which can cause nasal obstruction. Learn how to perform a deviated septum self test to see if you have this condition. Causes and Symptoms…

How to Use Essential Oils for Sinus Infection

 

Woman smelling essential oil.

Both acute and chronic sinus infections can make you miserable and impact your daily activities. While there are many sinus inflammation medications on the market, many of these have undesirable side effects. There are more natural options – here is how to use essential oils for a sinus infection. Sinus infections are extremely common. Acute…

At What Prescription Is Legally Blind?

 

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When someone is diagnosed as “legally blind,” it does not necessarily mean that they have no sight at all. It only means that their eyesight is extremely poor and cannot be corrected to a certain level. What prescription is legally blind? Here is what you need to know about legally blind vision. The term “blind”…

Why Are My Contacts Blurry?

 

A man looking at a contact lense that he is holding on the tip of his finger.

When you put in contact lenses, you expect to see clearly. If you put in a new contact, blurry vision should not be the result. Your contacts may not provide the sight you expected for a few reasons. If you are wondering, “Why are my contacts blurry?” here are some possibilities. Contact lenses are based…

Do You Have Extreme Fatigue from Allergies?

 

Tired woman with sinus headache caused by allergy.

Allergies can cause all types of aggravating symptoms, from runny eyes and noses to headaches and a scratchy throat. If you have experienced fatigue, you may wonder, “Can allergies make you tired?” Here is what you need to know if you think you may have extreme fatigue from allergies. There are many types of allergies…

Treatment, Causes, and Symptoms of Dry Sinuses

 

A businesswoman suffering from headache caused by dry sinuses.

If you wake up with a dry nose and throat feeling, you may be experiencing dry sinuses. The sinuses are the cavities surrounding the nose and eyes that help warm and moisturize the air you breathe. Here is what you need to know about dry sinuses, including causes, symptoms, and treatment. The sinus cavities are…

What You Need to Know About a Sinus CT Scan

 

A relaxed woman undergoing CT scan for sinuses.

If your primary care doctor or ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist has ordered a sinus CT scan, you may have some questions. What does a sinus CT scan cost? How is a CT scan of sinuses performed? What can be diagnosed from a sinus CT scan? Here is everything you need to know about…

Causes and Treatment for Shortleg Syndrome

 

Children sitting on a high bench looking down at their legs.

Is one leg longer than the other? If you have a leg length discrepancy, it is often referred to as “shortleg syndrome” or SLS. This condition can greatly affect how your body functions, especially as you get older. Here is what you need to know about SLS, including the possible causes and treatment options. The…

Turbinate Reduction Surgery: What You Need to Know

 

Woman during a consultation for turbinate reduction surgery.

The nasal passages have small bones called turbinates that help humidify, warm and filter the air you breathe. These bones can become inflamed and block the nasal passages, causing breathing disorders. Here is what you need to know about turbinate reduction and when surgery may be necessary. What Causes Enlarged Turbinates? The turbinates are located…