Sinus and Allergy Care

If you have sinus and allergy problems but have never seen a specialist, you may be missing an opportunity for treatment and care.

Today’s treatments are far less invasive than they used to be. Refinements of old techniques and discoveries of new ones have led to better results and shorter recovery times.

If you’ve been suffering for months or even years, chances are your answers aren’t in the allergy medication aisle at the drugstore – they’re right here at Ochsner.

Ochsner is home to board-certified, fellowship-trained otolaryngologists with specialized training in the management of complex sinus and nasal problems. Our award-winning ENT (ear, nose and throat) team members are pioneers in new treatments for problems of the nose, nasal passages and sinuses. Moreover, our sinus surgeons evaluate patients with chronic sinus infections and decide which treatment plan or surgical intervention is best suited for them. Our team can make a huge difference in the quality of your life. Through care at Ochsner, you benefit from:

Multidisciplinary collaboration
Customized treatment plans
State-of-the-art, minimally-invasive techniques
In-office procedures with minimal recovery times
An internationally renowned team who can handle the common and the complex

To schedule an appointment, go to MyOchsner or call 504-897-4455.

Need reassurance that your diagnosis is correct, that your surgery is necessary, or that you’re getting the right care? We also offer second opinions.

Sinus and allergy trouble can affect all aspects of your life. It can reduce your energy level, your productivity, and impede your ability to exercise. It can cause pain during air travel and interfere with sleep. What’s more, it can mean frequent visits to the doctor and too many antibiotics. As one of the leading centers for sinus and allergy in the region, Ochsner can help. Conditions we treat include:

Acute sinusitis
Allergic rhinitis (hay fever)
Chronic sinusitis
CSF leaks
Deviated septum
Disorders of smell and taste
Epiphora (excessive tearing)
Epistaxis (nosebleeds)
Eustachian tube dysfunction
Fungal sinusitis
Nasal and sinus infections
Nasal congestion
Nasal deformities
Nasal obstruction
Nasal valve collapse
Nasal polyps
Smell disorders
Tumors involving the nose and sinuses
Turbinate enlargement

Symptoms of sinusitis and allergies overlap. You may be experiencing the following:

Bad breath
Coughing
Facial pressure/pain
Fatigue
Fever
Headache
Nasal congestion
Nasal discharge
Pain in upper teeth
Post-nasal drip
Sneezing
Sore throat
Watering or itching eyes
Wheezing

At Ochsner, we offer high-resolution video endoscopy imaging of the inside of your nose and sinus passages to enhance our ability to diagnose your problem and give you a better understanding of your own condition. We also perform image-guided surgery which helps surgeons know the precise anatomy of your nose and sinuses and to identify important landmarks during surgery. Additional diagnostic services and treatment options we offer include:

High-resolution video endoscopy
Balloon Sinuplasty – a more precise and less traumatic sinus surgery
In-office sinus surgery
Eustachian tube balloon dilation – to treat clogged ears
Cauterization of nosebleeds
Radiofrequency turbinate reduction
Minimally-invasive treatments for polyps
Allergy testing
Smell evaluation
Diagnostic imaging
Nasal valve treatments
Rhinoplasty consultations ¬– to improve nasal airflow

Learn more about our services below.

This is a new non-invasive procedure for more severe cases. A nasal endoscope, small telescope, is used with a computed tomography (CT) scan to help the surgeon navigate through difficult sinus passages to remove any blockages. The endoscope is inserted through the nose. There is little to no scarring with this procedure.