- Bronchitis
Bronchitis is an acute or chronic condition that causes the lining of the bronchial tube to become inflamed and irritated. The bronchial tube, which carries air to and from the lungs, generally develops acute bronchitis when challenged by a virus, however a secondary infection can develop from bacteria. It is one of the most prominent health conditions, often caused by respiratory illness or smoking…Learn More - Sinusitis
Sinusitis is the inflammatory result of a viral, fungal, allergen, medical anomaly such as a deviated septum, environmental, parasitical (dust mites) or bacterial infection within the sinus cavity. In the catacomb-like bony structure of the interior sinus (cheeks, eyes, behind the forehead nasal cavity), there are many air-filled spaces lined with healthy mucous to keep the area stable, so it is can properly drain and allow air to circulate. When these become inflamed symptoms can range from headache, congestion and mucous discharge to a sore throat, post-nasal drip, bad breath and fatigue…Learn More - Asthma
There are several types of clinically diagnosed asthma along with various symptoms. The main form of asthma is bronchial however other forms include exercise, work and pediatric related conditions. Asthma causes the airway passages as well as the actually air sacs of the lungs to swell and narrow resulting in challenged breathing. Symptoms include wheezing, coughing, reduced stamina, fatigue and more…Learn More - Allergies
Allergies are adverse immune reactions albeit through the sinuses, skin, upper respiratory region, gastrointestinal tract and more to an environmental factor, food, animal, etc. Allergies affect each individual differently but symptoms can include hives, rashes, inflammation, breathing difficulty, runny nose, scratchy throat, diarrhea, headache, burning itching eyes and stomach cramps. Allergies are usually an annoying, harmless reaction however in severe cases such as peanut allergies they can be life threatening…Learn More - Common Cold
There are many different varieties of the common cold which are more often than not due to a viral infection. This means that they must run their course and that only symptoms can be addressed. Symptoms include: runny nose, cough, nasal congestion, headache, sore throat, body aches and sneezing to name a few. If left untreated the common cold can usually burn itself out however more serious conditions can sometimes occur…Learn More - Flu
Influenza is described as a viral infection that can take over the respiratory system (nose, throat, sinuses, lungs, etc.) Symptoms are vast ranging from chills, fever and muscle aches to nasal congestion, sore throat and fatigue. The flu is contracted by breathing in air droplets left by a sneeze or cough as well as touching an infected surface and then touching your eyes, nose or mouth…Learn More
