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Scottsdale doctor: ‘Most patients come in saying that they're chronic mouth breathers’
One of the more unpleasant symptoms of sinusitis is bad breath, which can occur due to congestion and mouth breathing. According to Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, sinusitis causes breathing issues in patients, such as mouth breathing.

Scottsdale doctor: ‘Sinus headaches essentially come from either air or mucus getting trapped in your sinuses’
Sinus headaches are a common symptom of sinusitis and can become quite debilitating. According to Dr. Brian Lee of the Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, these are caused by air or mucus clogging your sinuses.

Scottsdale doctor: ‘When people start to take a lot of antibiotics is that you can start to build up resistance’
Antibiotics are frequently prescribed for chronic sinusitis, but they carry certain risks, and alternative treatments are available for those suffering from sinus issues. According to Dr. Brian Lee of the Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, antibiotics are something patients and doctors need to be careful with.

Sierra Wuertz given Integrity Award for work with Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center
Sierra Wuertz, a member of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy, was honored with the Integrity Award during the annual Breathe Free Conference held by Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center's parent company National Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers.

Sierra Wuertz of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Honored with Integrity Award at National Breathe Free Conference
National Breathe Free hosted its annual Breathe Free Conference from April 24 to 28, giving out several awards, including the Integrity Award to Sierra Wuertz, who is with both Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center and National Breathe Free.

Scottsdale doctor on people with sinus issues: 'All of these issues trickle down into every facet of their lives'
Chronic sinusitis has a multitude of symptoms that can affect one’s life, including an increased risk of depression. According to Dr. Brian Lee of the Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, allergies can affect one in many different ways.

Scottsdale doctor: ‘Anything that causes inflammation in the body can disrupt other chronic medical issues’
Studies show that erectile dysfunction is one of many possible symptoms of chronic sinusitis. According to Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, sinus issues can affect someone’s life in many ways.

Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center helps raise $110,000 for dog rescue foundation
Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center helped raise $110,000 for a Texas-based dog rescue foundation during a national conference held in Dallas this April.

Scottsdale doctor: ‘The vast majority of patients have some component of allergies contributing to their sinonasal issues’
May marks National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, underscoring the interconnectedness between asthma, allergies, and sinus health in patients. Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center says that allergies can contribute to sinonasal issues.