Trust Us with Your Nose and Sinus Care
About 31 million people in the US experience chronic sinusitis, accounting for more than 16 million outpatient visits on an annual basis. Those affected by ongoing sinusitis experience reduced productivity, difficulty going about their daily routine, and a decreased quality of life. Struggling to breathe through your nose due to a sinus infection or other type of sinus disorder, is a serious matter that makes living your day-to-day life challenging and can contribute to other serious health concerns. Most sinus-related conditions go away on their own within a few weeks, but when it is ongoing, your best solution for sinus challenges rests in the experienced hands of the ENT specialists at ENT Consultants of East Tennessee.
Trust Us with Your Nose and Sinus Care
About 31 million people in the US experience chronic sinusitis, accounting for more than 16 million outpatient visits on an annual basis. Those affected by ongoing sinusitis experience reduced productivity, difficulty going about their daily routine, and a decreased quality of life. Struggling to breathe through your nose due to a sinus infection or other type of sinus disorder, is a serious matter that makes living your day-to-day life challenging and can contribute to other serious health concerns. Most sinus-related conditions go away on their own within a few weeks, but when it is ongoing, your best solution for sinus challenges rests in the experienced hands of the ENT specialists at ENT Consultants of East Tennessee.
Trust Us with Your Nose and Sinus Care
About 31 million people in the US experience chronic sinusitis, accounting for more than 16 million outpatient visits on an annual basis. Those affected by ongoing sinusitis experience reduced productivity, difficulty going about their daily routine, and a decreased quality of life. Struggling to breathe through your nose due to a sinus infection or other type of sinus disorder, is a serious matter that makes living your day-to-day life challenging and can contribute to other serious health concerns. Most sinus-related conditions go away on their own within a few weeks, but when it is ongoing, your best solution for sinus challenges rests in the experienced hands of the ENT specialists at ENT Consultants of East Tennessee.
Common Nose and Sinus Disorders
There can be many reasons that make breathing through your nose a struggle, but our team of otolaryngology specialists have the expertise and advanced equipment available to diagnose your condition and customize a plan of treatment to address your specific needs. The most common nose and sinus disorders include:
Allergic Rhinitis
Also referred to as hay fever, allergic rhinitis includes inflammation of the nose or nasal passages as it overreacts to allergens, often pollen or airborne toxins, that are in the air. Depending on the allergen, symptoms can be ongoing or seasonal, and include a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, red, itchy, and watery eyes, and swelling around the eyes.
Avoiding the allergen, mite-proof covers, air filters and reducing the intake of certain foods are some effective means of escaping allergic rhinitis. Medical treatments typically include intranasal corticosteroids, antihistimines, decongestants, cromolyn, leukotriene receptor antagonists, nasal irrigation and allergy shots/drops (immunotherapy).
Allergic Rhinitis
Also referred to as hay fever, allergic rhinitis includes inflammation of the nose or nasal passages as it overreacts to allergens, often pollen or airborne toxins, that are in the air. Depending on the allergen, symptoms can be ongoing or seasonal, and include a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, red, itchy, and watery eyes, and swelling around the eyes.
Avoiding the allergen, mite-proof covers, air filters and reducing the intake of certain foods are some effective means of escaping allergic rhinitis. Medical treatments typically include intranasal corticosteroids, antihistimines, decongestants, cromolyn, leukotriene receptor antagonists, nasal irrigation and allergy shots/drops (immunotherapy).
Allergic Rhinitis
Also referred to as hay fever, allergic rhinitis includes inflammation of the nose or nasal passages as it overreacts to allergens, often pollen or airborne toxins, that are in the air. Depending on the allergen, symptoms can be ongoing or seasonal, and include a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, red, itchy, and watery eyes, and swelling around the eyes.
Avoiding the allergen, mite-proof covers, air filters and reducing the intake of certain foods are some effective means of escaping allergic rhinitis. Medical treatments typically include intranasal corticosteroids, antihistimines, decongestants, cromolyn, leukotriene receptor antagonists, nasal irrigation and allergy shots/drops (immunotherapy).
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Deviated Septum
Deviated Septum
Deviated Septum
Nasal and Paranasal Tumors
Nasal and Paranasal Tumors
Nasal and Paranasal Tumors
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leaks
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leaks
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leaks
Nasal Fractures
Nasal Fractures
Nasal Fractures
Triad Asthma
Triad Asthma
Triad Asthma
What to Expect During a Nose and Sinus Consultation
Not knowing what to expect when you visit an ENT specialist for the first time can be intimidating, so here is what you can expect during a nose and sinus consultation with an ENT Consultants of East Tennessee otolaryngoligist during your visit.
We begin by taking the time to listen to you while we compile a thorough patient history and review your previous medical records. We will followup our initial conversation with a detailed physical head and neck exam, which includes the use of a nasal endoscope to evaluate your nasal and sinus cavity as well as your larynx.
To identify an infection, we may draw a culture from your sinuses and we are able to biopsy a polyp or mass in the office using the endoscope as well. Additional diagnostic measures may include a CT to provide us with a more complete picture of what is causing the nasal or sinus condition that is causing your discomfort.
Once we have identified the underlying cause of your symptoms, we will have an honest conversation with you about the treatment options available, allowing you to have input into determining the plan of treatment we decide to follow.
Meet Your Providers
Jonathan P. Hayes, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
S. Mark Overholt, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Nicholas J. Panella, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
David G. Sexton, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Stephen A. Wheless, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Jameson K. Mattingly, M.D.
Board Certified: Neurotologist Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Jaron Densky, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Physician of Excellence - Inspire Sleep Apnea Therapy
Jay M. Andross, FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner National Certification through American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Meade Edmunds, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Michael Larkner, FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner National Certification through American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Meet Your Providers
Jonathan P. Hayes, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
S. Mark Overholt, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Nicholas J. Panella, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
David G. Sexton, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Stephen A. Wheless, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Jameson K. Mattingly, M.D.
Board Certified: Neurotologist Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Jaron Densky, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Physician of Excellence - Inspire Sleep Apnea Therapy
Jay M. Andross, FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner National Certification through American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Meade Edmunds, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Michael Larkner, FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner National Certification through American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Meet Your Providers
Jonathan P. Hayes, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
S. Mark Overholt, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Nicholas J. Panella, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
David G. Sexton, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Stephen A. Wheless, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Jameson K. Mattingly, M.D.
Board Certified: Neurotologist Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Jaron Densky, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Physician of Excellence - Inspire Sleep Apnea Therapy
Jay M. Andross, FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner National Certification through American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Meade Edmunds, M.D.
Board Certified: American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Michael Larkner, FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner National Certification through American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Schedule an Ear, Nose and Throat Assessment
Your neck and throat provide a vital connection between the various organs of your head and those located in your torso. When an interruption or obstruction limits how these vital organs work together, it can lead to other serious medical conditions.
If you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms related to various negative neck and throat conditions, get the help you need by contacting us to schedule an ENT consultation with one of our ear, nose, and throat specialists by submitting the form.
Schedule an Ear, Nose and Throat Assessment
Your neck and throat provide a vital connection between the various organs of your head and those located in your torso. When an interruption or obstruction limits how these vital organs work together, it can lead to other serious medical conditions.
If you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms related to various negative neck and throat conditions, get the help you need by contacting us to schedule an ENT consultation with one of our ear, nose, and throat specialists by submitting the form.
Schedule an Ear, Nose and Throat Assessment
Your neck and throat provide a vital connection between the various organs of your head and those located in your torso. When an interruption or obstruction limits how these vital organs work together, it can lead to other serious medical conditions.
If you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms related to various negative neck and throat conditions, get the help you need by contacting us to schedule an ENT consultation with one of our ear, nose, and throat specialists by submitting the form.
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Trusted by Tens of Thousands of Patients as East Tennessee’s Premier Otolaryngology Practice for Over 45 Years
Trusted by Tens of Thousands of Patients as East Tennessee’s Premier Otolaryngology Practice for Over 45 Years
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