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What Are Keloids and Do They Have to Be Removed?
Suppose you decided to get your nose pierced. You go to a reputable place, get the piercing, and follow all of the self-care instructions. One month later, you notice a large bump in the piercing…
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Frequently Asked Questions About Skull Base Tumors
Skull base tumors require careful treatment not only because they are located near the vital nerves of the brain and spinal cord, but because they are also difficult to diagnose— they present several symptoms such…
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Which Patients Benefit the Most From Balloon Sinuplasty?
Sinuplasty has proven itself to be a very effective treatment for those dealing with chronic rhinosinusitis. Through this minimally invasive procedure, a tiny balloon is inserted into the blocked sinus cavity, inflated, deflated and then removed.…
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What is a Skin Graft and Why Would You Need One?
You’ve probably heard of skin grafts used as treatment for serious burns. However, did you realize that they skin grafts may be needed after skin cancer treatment or reconstructive surgery? There are several instances in…
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Four Effective Treatments for Children’s Allergies
No parents want to see their children miss out on the fun activities of spring and summer because of sniffling, sneezing and a sore throat. If these happen at the same time every year, your…
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Four Common Causes of a Stuffy Nose
No one is immune to one of the most common medical aliments in the world: a stuffy nose. Many things can cause it, from structural abnormalities to irritation from dust or dander. Only your ear nose and…
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Rhinoplasty: More Than Mere Cosmetic Benefits
Supermarket tabloids are filled with before and after pictures of celebrities who have had “nose jobs” or some other type of cosmetic surgery. It may surprise you to know that “nose jobs” (rhinoplasty) are not only…
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First Blog Post
Welcome to Raleigh ENT’s first blog post. We want to use this space to provide updates about our practice. Mostly I anticipate this will be in the form of clinical information. We are excited about…
