Sinusitis occurs when sinuses become inflamed and swollen, causing a buildup of mucus and pressure. It can lead to symptoms such as facial pain, headache, congestion, and postnasal drip. Sinusitis can be frustrating because it can interfere with daily activities and persist for weeks or even months. To alleviate frustration and discomfort, Dr. Arthur Katz recommends a balloon sinuplasty in Merrillville and Munster, IN, and Olympia Fields, IL, a minimally invasive procedure that can help with sinusitis relief by opening up the nasal passages and allowing for improved drainage.

Balloon Sinuplasty for Chronic Sinusitis Relief

To define a balloon sinuplasty, imagine a tiny balloon inserted into your nose and gently inflated to open up your sinuses. That's essentially what this technique does. Dr. Katz inserts a small balloon catheter into the inflamed sinus cavity during the procedure. He then inflates the balloon to gently widen the sinus opening, which allows for better drainage and ventilation.

This approach is a minimally invasive procedure performed under local anesthesia. It's also known as "balloon catheter dilation" or "balloon sinus dilation." It can also help you breathe better, which can help improve your overall health and well-being by increasing the amount of oxygen that reaches your body's cells, tissues, and organs.

Schedule Your Appointment

Visiting Dr. Katz for sinusitis relief is beneficial because he can accurately diagnose the cause of your symptoms and recommend the most effective treatment for your specific case. You should consult him about a balloon sinuplasty, if you experience chronic sinusitis that doesn't respond to other treatments or if you have structural abnormalities in your nasal passages causing breathing problems or recurrent infections.

Dr. Katz can evaluate your condition and determine whether this method is appropriate. Please explore our website to learn more about the conditions we treat and the services we provide. For more information about a balloon sinuplasty, or to schedule an appointment, call today. Call (219) 934-9396 for the office in Munster, IN, and (708) 747-6900 for the office in Olympia Fields, IL.