The probability of revision sinus surgery including the removal of nasal polyps is higher if the patient has asthma or is on antibiotics at the time of their initial surgery. However, higher age was ...

People with allergies or asthma may be at risk for developing nasal polyps: tiny, grapelike sacs that block nasal passages, making it tough for a person to smell or taste. But a new procedure restores ...

PHOENIX – Patients who have nasal polyps appeared to get symptom relief when treated with omalizumab (Xolair) regardless of comorbid asthma, according to a post-hoc trial analysis. All patients taking ...

Dupilumab (Dupixent) has gained FDA approval for the treatment of chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps, marking the first biologic approved for adults with inadequately controlled disease. Chronic ...

Competition among biologics that target inflammatory respiratory disease is heating up even further. On Thursday, AstraZeneca said its Fasenra, used in tandem with standard steroids, significantly ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I have suffered from asthma and nasal polyps for more than 20 years. The asthma is controlled, and I mention it only because it might have some connection with my polyps. The polyps ...

The nose is the subject of many sayings. A measurement could be on the nose or an object right under your nose. You may be reminded to keep your nose clean and out of another’s affairs. While often ...

Q: My son has been dealing with chronic sinusitis for years. He thinks that he might have nasal polyps. Can you tell me about this? A: Nasal polyps are soft, painless growths that form in the nasal ...

Dear Dr. Donohue - The right side of my nose is totally blocked, and the left side is getting there. If I walk at all fast, I have to breathe through my mouth. I don't like seeing doctors, but I ...