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September 19, 2024

Richmond doctor: ‘There are several tests that measure sensitivity to allergens’

Richmond doctor: ‘There are several tests that measure sensitivity to allergens’
As summer starts to cool off and turn into fall, it is important to keep in mind the allergies that come with the fall season. According to Dr. John Ditto of Richmond Breathe Free, it can help a patient to take allergy tests.

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ENT Specialist Dr. Ditto of Richmond Breathe Free on chronic sinusitis: 'Treatment resistant requires a different approach'
ENT Specialist Dr. Ditto of Richmond Breathe Free on chronic sinusitis: 'Treatment resistant requires a different approach'

Dr. John Ditto, an ENT Specialist at Richmond Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, said that patients with treatment-resistant chronic sinusitis require a more detailed diagnostic process, including CT scans, cultures, and review of past surgeries.

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Richmond Breathe Free ENT specialist: 'Sinusitis is the inflammation of the sinuses'
Richmond Breathe Free ENT specialist: 'Sinusitis is the inflammation of the sinuses'

Dr. John Ditto, an ENT Specialist at Richmond Breathe Free, said that sinusitis is the inflammation of the sinuses caused by infections, allergies, or irritants, with treatments depending on the cause.

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 Richmond doctor says sinus treatment can help improve 'facial pressure, pain and less recurrent infections'
Richmond doctor says sinus treatment can help improve 'facial pressure, pain and less recurrent infections'

During the winter months, the occurrence of illnesses, including sinus infections, tends to rise. Patients can turn to a number of home remedy solutions to help address the issue, but when symptoms persist for longer than 10 days, it may be time to see an ENT specialist.

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