Recurring sinus infections can be difficult to manage and may significantly impact your daily life. At Augusta Breathe Free, our ENT specialists offer comprehensive evaluations and personalized treatment plans to help reduce your symptoms and restore healthy breathing.
Sinus Infection Treatments
in Augusta, GA
Manage Sinus Infections and Breathe Freely Again
What Causes Sinus Infections?
Sinuses are air-filled cavities in the skull that produce mucus to filter and humidify the air we breathe. Sinus infections (sinusitis) can occur when these passages become inflamed or blocked due to:
- Viral infections (e.g., common cold)
- Allergies
- Bacterial infections
- Structural issues or nasal polyps
If left untreated, sinus infections can lead to persistent discomfort and potential complications. An ENT evaluation is recommended to identify the cause and guide treatment.
Common Sinusitis Symptoms
Symptoms may vary depending on the severity and duration of infection:
- Nasal congestion
- Thick yellow or green nasal discharge
- Postnasal drip
- Facial pressure or swelling (especially around the eyes and nose)
- Headaches and sinus pain
- Fatigue and poor sleep quality
- Cough, sneezing, or sore throat
- Occasionally, fever or bad breath (halitosis)
Not all sinus symptoms are the same. An ENT consultation can help distinguish between allergy-related symptoms, structural causes, or chronic sinusitis—guiding the right treatment.
Treatment Options for Sinus Infections
Our team provides medical and procedural treatments depending on the cause and severity of your sinus condition:
- Medical Management
- Decongestants to reduce nasal tissue swelling
- Nasal and systemic corticosteroids for inflammation
- Mucolytics to thin mucus and aid drainage
- Nasal irrigation (saline rinses) as a supportive home remedy
In many cases, a combination of these therapies helps reduce symptoms and promote healing.
Balloon Sinus Dilation:
A Minimally Invasive Option
If symptoms persist despite medication, balloon sinus dilation (also known as balloon sinuplasty) may be considered. This in-office procedure gently reshapes sinus pathways using a small balloon device:
- Benefits of Balloon Sinuplasty:
- Minimally invasive, with no cutting or tissue removal
- Performed in-office under local anesthesia
- Many patients are able to return to normal activity within 24–72 hours, though individual recovery times may vary.
How it works:
The balloon is guided into the sinus passage and gently inflated to expand the opening. After gently expanding the sinus opening, the balloon is deflated and removed—restoring natural drainage pathways.
Balloon sinus dilation is not appropriate for every patient. Your provider will determine eligibility based on your symptoms and anatomy.
Why Choose Augusta Breathe Free?
- ENT specialists experienced in managing sinus and allergy conditions
- Personalized care plans based on thorough evaluations
- Modern diagnostic tools and minimally invasive treatment options
Our goal is to help you breathe more comfortably and manage sinus symptoms with safe, effective care.
