Nasal Obstruction

Nasal obstruction is a common condition that makes it difficult to breathe through the nose. For many people in St. Louis and Festus, Missouri, this chronic blockage isn’t just inconvenient—it can interfere with sleep, daily life, and overall comfort.  James D. Gould, M.D., F.A.C.S., is a board-certified Otolaryngologist and nationally recognized expert in In-Office Balloon Sinus […]

Breathing is a fundamental aspect of our daily lives, and we often take it for granted until it becomes a struggle. One common issue that can hinder our ability to breathe comfortably is nasal valve collapse. If you’ve ever experienced difficulty breathing through your nose, you might be familiar with the frustration and discomfort it

Nasal irrigation is the practice of pouring a saline solution into the nasal passages to filter out allergens and mucus. For people with rhinitis, the practice may be quite soothing. However, recent cases of amebic meningoencephalitis have many people second-guessing the value of nasal irrigation. Amebic meningoencephalitis is a very complicated thing to say. It’s