Allergy News & Information Blog

As fall arrives in New Orleans, cooler temperatures and colorful foliage create a welcome change from summer heat. But for many residents, the season also brings an uptick in allergy symptoms. Sneezing, congestion, and itchy eyes can make it harder to enjoy outdoor activities—or even get a good night’s rest.

As students across New Orleans—from Uptown to Mid-City, Metairie, and the Northshore—return to school, families often face an uptick in ENT issues caused by seasonal allergens and increased exposure to viruses. Back-to-school season brings excitement, but it also introduces health challenges that can affect students of all ages, from elementary to college.

If you're in New Orleans and constantly dealing with allergy symptoms—nasal congestion, sneezing, itchy eyes, or fatigue—you’re not alone. Allergies can be more than just a nuisance. They can affect your sleep, your energy, and your overall quality of life.

Most people experience a sore throat or earache from time to time—and in many cases, symptoms resolve on their own. But if discomfort lingers or keeps coming back, it could point to something more serious. If you’re in Metairie or the Greater New Orleans area and dealing with persistent symptoms, it might be time to consult an ENT.

New Orleans’ humidity not only feels heavy and sticky, but it can also aggravate sinus issues and allergies for many of us who suffer. If you’ve noticed increased nasal congestion, sinus pressure, or fatigue during summer in New Orleans, humidity may be a key trigger.

If you're experiencing head pain, facial pressure, nasal congestion, and a runny nose, your first thought might be: sinus headache. That’s a common assumption—but if you live in New Orleans...

Spring in New Orleans has a rhythm of its own—warm days, blooming flowers, and the sweet smell of jasmine in the air. But for many people, spring also brings something less enjoyable: allergies.

Living in New Orleans means dealing with humidity, seasonal allergies, and environmental triggers that can wreak havoc on your sinuses.

If you've ever spent nights tossing and turning while your partner complains about your snoring, or if you wake up feeling exhausted despite a full night's sleep, you might be one of the millions of Americans living with sleep apnea.

Nasal polyps are soft, painless growths in the sinus linings. While harmless on their own, excessive polyps can block nasal passages, making breathing difficult and increasing the risk of chronic sinus infections.

As we welcome the spring season, it’s important to know how you can manage your allergies so they don’t ruin the rest of the season for you.

Louisiana has a uniquely humid climate thanks to its warm weather and proximity to large bodies of water. In fact, New Orleans was named the most humid city in the United States in 2024.

Have you ever caught yourself hitting"reschedule" on that ENT appointment for the third time? Maybe you're thinking, "My allergies aren't that bad right now," or "Thats light hearing change can wait."

Sinus headaches are pretty common for patients dealing with sinusitis and sinus infections. They can be painful and could quickly and significantly take a toll on the quality of your life.

Picture this: a brisk New Orleans breeze whipping through the French Quarter, making your ears feel like they're stuck in a freezing wind tunnel. Cooler weather here isn’t just uncomfortable—it can also pose risks to your ear health.

New Orleans boasts a unique climate. The city has a subtropical climate thanks to its proximity to large bodies of water. It’s also the most humid city in the United States so summers are hot and humid while winters are typically short and mild.

Flu season is in full swing. Even if you’re the healthiest you’ve ever been, no one is really immune to the flu, and contracting it can definitely force you into your bed for a few days or even a few weeks.

Allergies can be as mild as irritated sinuses or eyes, or as serious as an airway that begins to close off. Immunotherapy is becoming an option for more people with allergies.

Beginning to feel a bit of hay fever? Getting the jump on your seasonal allergies can help you enjoy the spring weather without all the sniffling and sneezing.