Allergy Center
Allergic rhinitis and sinusitis are very common conditions in the South. Allergies are a year round problem in our area due to high humidity levels, higher than average temperatures and longer growing seasons. Allergies are an overreaction of the immune system that occurs when an allergic person comes into contact with an allergen. This often causes symptoms such as: sneezing, wheezing, cough, congestion, and itching, among others. ENT Physicians offers a wide variety of allergy services for both seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis.
Sublingual Immunotherapy
Sublingual therapy (SLIT) involves simply taking drops or tablets under the tongue as opposed to injections. No needles required! SLIT exposes patients to small doses of an allergen to strengthen their tolerance to the allergen and reduce symptoms. The beauty of SLIT is that it is easy to administer and can be done from home. Is SLIT right for you? If you are afraid of needles or want the ease of administering your own treatment from the comfort of your own home, call ENT Physicians of North Mississippi today and ask them if Sublingual Immunotherapy is a good option for you.
Subcutaneous Immunotherapy
Subcutaneous Immunotherapy (commonly known as "allergy shots") is the most well-known option for allergy treatment. This type of treatment has been done for 100+ years. Similar to sublingual immunotherapy, this treatment also slowly and safely strengthens the immune system and helps prevent asthma and new allergies. Subcutaneous Immunotherapy has a lasting effect and allows the benefits to continue after therapy has been completed.
Food Allergy Testing
Food allergies can range from minor to very serious. Identifying food allergies that you may have is important in ensuring your health and safety. Most food allergies become apparent in childhood, however in rare cases they develop in adults. ENT Physicians offer a well-rounded approach to food allergy testing. Blood testing along with checking your clinical history are imperative in diagnosing patients with food allergies. Once diagnosed, we help develop a step by step action plan for treatment and in the event of an emergency situation. In the common case of child food allergies, it is important to educate both the parent and patient in treatment and event of emergencies.
Sinus Center
Many people suffer from occasional sinus infections that can be treated with antibiotics which allow them to quickly return back to a normal condition. However, there are some that are not so fortunate. Some patients may suffer from very frequent infections (recurrent sinusitis) or have infections that never completely resolve (chronic sinusitis). These problems may need further evaluation and treatment by our team of ENT specialists. Our physicians can help you with these problems by offering either surgical or nonsurgical treatment options. We will work with you to decide the most appropriate course of action for your particular problem. ENT Physicians of North Mississippi can diagnose your condition in the office with the most advanced, up-to-date tools, including an in office CT scanner.
We are very excited about recent techniques that have been developed to move treatments from the operating room to the office. There are many advantages of in office treatment, including: avoidance of anesthesia, quicker return to work, NO NASAL PACKING, less bleeding, less pain, and a much lower cost to the patient. Please schedule an appointment with one of our physicians if you feel that you are a candidate for in office sinus procedures.
Conditions We Treat
- Nasal Obstruction
- Rhinitis
- Sinus Pain & Headaches
- Acute and chronic sinusitis
- Nasal polyps
- Post-nasal drip
- Fungal sinusitis
- Smell disorders
Our Services
Audiology
We are the largest hearing aid provider in Mississippi providing diagnostic hearing and balance testing for all ages.
Throat & Voice
At ENT Physicians of North Mississippi, we are specialized in diagnosing disorders of the voice.
Pediatric ENT
Our ENT specialists are extensively trained to care for all of your pediatric ENT concerns.
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