Allergies and chronic sinusitis share a lot of similar symptoms so it can be difficult to tell them apart.
Our nine-question Sinusitis Self-Assessment can help you evaluate your condition to see if you may be suffering from chronic sinusitis.
If you’re interested in talking to your doctor about the PROPEL sinus stent, prepare for your appointment by downloading this doctor discussion guide with suggested questions to ask your doctor about sinusitis and the PROPEL sinus stent.
Not every doctor offers PROPEL sinus stent. You can use our simple physician locator tool to find a PROPEL sinus stent–trained ENT physician in your area.
DOWNLOAD DOCTOR DISCUSSION GUIDEIf you suffer from chronic sinus infections, you may need to see an ENT physician, who is also called an ear, nose, and throat doctor or an otolaryngologist. These specialized physicians are experts in both the medical and surgical management of chronic sinusitis.
Intersect ENT makes information about physicians and facilities that offer PROPEL sinus stents available. Physicians and facilities are listed based upon proximity to the zip code you have entered.
Sinusitis is a complex and frustrating disease. But learning about the causes, symptoms and treatments available can help you find the solution that is best for you.
August 18th, 2017
Sinus drainage is constantly happening in your body. This is normal; your sinuses need to drain all the mucus that they produce. (Your sinuses create and drain up to a quart of mucus per day!) Mucus coats the inside…
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June 29th, 2017
We’ve all experienced sinus symptoms that we think are getting better, then when we go to bed all of a sudden our throats hurt, we can’t stop sniffling, and we can’t breathe well again. This is infuriating, it c…
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June 26th, 2017
When you get a sinus infection, and it doesn’t go away quickly on its own or it gets severe, you should consider seeing your doctor. A general practitioner may prescribe medicine or recommend other treatment, or t…
CONTINUE READINGThe purpose of the site is to help create awareness about sinusitis and treatment options for the disease. Please note that information contained on this site is not medical advice. It should not be used as a substitute for speaking with your physician. Always talk with your physician about diagnosis and treatment information.
The PROPEL sinus implants are intended for use after sinus surgery to maintain patency and to locally deliver steroids to the sinus mucosa: PROPEL for use in the ethmoid sinus, PROPEL Mini for use in the ethmoid sinus and frontal sinus opening, and PROPEL Contour for use in the frontal and maxillary sinus ostia. The implants are intended for use in patients ≥18 years of age. Contraindications include patients with intolerance to mometasone furoate (MF) or a hypersensitivity to bioabsorbable polymers. Safety and effectiveness of the implants in pregnant or nursing females have not been studied. Risks may include, but are not limited to, pain/pressure, displacement of implant, possible side effects of intranasal MF, sinusitis, epistaxis, and infection. For complete prescribing information see IFU at www.IntersectENT.com. Rx only.
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