Feb 21, 2025

Katherine Scherer, a physician assistant at Tampa Bay Breathe Free, explained that sinusitis is diagnosed using a CT scan and nasal endoscopy to visualize the sinuses beyond a physical exam and show patients their condition. This statement was made on Instagram on January 22.

Dec 18, 2024

Mouth breathing, the habit of breathing through your mouth rather than your nose, is an unpleasant side effect of sinus problems and can cause several health issues. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, mouth breathing can affect someone’s sleep as well.

Nov 30, 2024

Headaches are one of the most common side effects of sinus and allergy problems. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, sinus headaches can greatly affect patients.

Nov 25, 2024

Tampa Bay Breathe Free is recommending patients to make an appointment for assessments or treatments before the end of year to take advantage of cost savings before deductibles reset in the new year.

Nov 18, 2024

The holiday season can be an especially difficult time for allergy sufferers, as travel, stress, and even Christmas decorations can lead to worse allergic reactions. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, these allergens can lead to health problems down the line.

Nov 1, 2024

One relatively surprising possible symptom of chronic sinusitis is an increased risk of erectile dysfunction. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, sinusitis can certainly affect someone’s sex life.

Oct 16, 2024

As the seasons change and seasonal depression becomes more prevalent, it's important to recognize that one potential side effect of sinusitis is depression. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, many sinus patients experience depression.

Oct 8, 2024

Tampa Bay Breathe Free is warning about the impacts that barometric pressure changes can have on patients, particularly as Hurricane Milton approaches Florida.

Sep 30, 2024

Eustachian tube dysfunction is a condition that affects the inner ear, causing hearing issues, ear pressure, and other related symptoms. According to Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free, eustachian tube dysfunction and sinusitis often go hand-in-hand.