As the seasons change, and the air becomes cooler and dryer, the incidence of nose bleeds(epistaxis) increases. The mucous membranes of the nose have a rich blood supply, and the dry air makes them more friable and likely to bleed. Those who take daily low-dose aspirin are at increased risk of bleeding. Use of anti-coagulant […]
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A recent study performed at Massachusetts General Hospital confirms the cost-effectiveness of nasal surgery to increase continuous positive airway pressure(CPAP) adherence in patients with nasal obstruction. The study was reported in the September 2016 issue of The Laryngoscope. For patients diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea(OSA), the recommended treatment is often CPAP, which delivers air through
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