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Friday, November 8, 2024

Frederick doctor says symptoms of sinusitis 'certainly can be quite debilitating'

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Dr. Jamie Oberman | Frederick Breathe Free

Dr. Jamie Oberman | Frederick Breathe Free

  • Chronic sinusitis affects 28.9 million American adults, or 11% of the adult population.
  • Chronic sinusitis can cause bad breath and mouth breathing, among other symptoms.
  • Balloon sinuplasty is a safe and minimally invasive procedure utilized by surgeons to address chronic sinusitis.
One of the more unpleasant symptoms of sinusitis is bad breath, which can occur due to congestion and mouth breathing. According to Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free, there are ways to help patients experiencing these symptoms.

“It certainly can be quite debilitating,” Dr. Oberman told the North Baltimore Journal. “The studies show that it certainly contributes to a loss of vitality, productivity and quality of life. You don't have to live with it. There are solutions out there, and many of which are very well tolerated and minimally invasive and almost risk free.”

According to the Mayo Clinic, physical symptoms of chronic sinusitis can include nasal inflammation, a runny nose, postnasal drainage, congestion, pain or swelling in the face, headaches, loss of smell and taste, a sore throat, bad breath, or fatigue.

People who suffer from allergies or chronic sinus problems are more likely to breathe through their mouths, which can lead to oral health issues, according to McCarl Dental Group. Mouth breathing dries up saliva, allowing bacteria and plaque to build up on the teeth, which can cause cavities, gum disease, and chronic bad breath. Regularly breathing through the mouth can also, over time, lead to strained jaw joints, snoring, sleep apnea, enlarged tonsils, and a higher risk for airway disorders, including asthma.

According to Cleveland Clinic, breathing through the mouth disrupts the regular flow of saliva, which typically plays a role in keeping your mouth clean. Dry mouth, pillow drooling and malocclusion also can occur from mouth breathing.

People experiencing symptoms of sinusitis lasting for more than a week are advised to seek a physician. An ENT specialist might recommend a saline solution or over-the-counter medication, and if those don't help symptoms improve, they might prescribe antibiotics, a corticosteroid spray or even recommend sinus surgery, according to NHS inform.

According to Frederick Breathe Free's website, Dr. Jamie Oberman earned his bachelor's degree from Boston College. He pursued graduate studies at Tufts Medical School through the Navy Health Professions Scholarship Program. After completing medical school, he had a career in the Navy until his retirement in 2017, when he transitioned to comprehensive Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) medicine. 

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