When nasal congestion becomes persistent and chronic, it can interfere with daily productivity, sleep, and comfort. Here at New Braunfels Breathe Free Sinus and Allergy Centers, our ENT specialists help patients understand the root cause of persistent nasal congestion and how they impact one’s overall health, and guide them toward personalized relief and care plans.
Nasal Congestion Relief and Treatment in New Braunfels, TX
Personalized Care Plans for Persistent Nasal Congestion
Why Choose New Braunfels Breathe Free Sinus and Allergy Centers?
We have a team of ENT physicians dedicated to helping patients explore evidence-based solutions to persistent nasal congestion.
We use comprehensive diagnostic tools to help identify potential contributing factors to persistent nasal issues.
We use minimally invasive technologies to help patients manage nasal congestion and related symptoms.
We create personalized treatment plans according to the patient’s clinical findings, symptoms, medical history, and personal health goals.
What Causes Nasal Congestion?
Nasal congestion occurs when the tissues lining the nasal passages become irritated, swollen, and inflamed. Potential risk factors include:
- Seasonal or environmental allergies
- Chronic sinusitis
- Excess mucus production
- Asthma or other respiratory conditions
- Viral infections, such as the common cold or flu
- Deviated nasal septum
- Exposure to environmental irritants, such as smoke, pollution, or strong odors
- Hormonal changes, such as during pregnancy
Understanding and identifying the root cause of persistent nasal congestion is an important step in developing a treatment and management plan.
How Nasal Congestion is Diagnosed and Treated
Here at New Braunfels Breathe Free, we perform comprehensive testing, as well as a detailed review of your symptoms, medical history, environment, and lifestyle, to gain a detailed understanding of potential contributing factors.
Our diagnosis process may include:
- Imaging studies, including CT scans
- Nasal endoscopy
- Allergy testing
- Detailed assessment of your symptoms and health history
After confirming the diagnosis, we create a personalized treatment plan for managing the symptoms.
Treatment Plans May Include the Following
Non-surgical Treatment: Medications
- Antihistamines (for allergy-related nasal congestion)
- Decongestants
- Saline irrigation
- Nasal corticosteroid sprays
- Antibiotics (if there is a bacterial infection)
- Immunotherapy (for long-term allergy relief and management)
Minimally Invasive Procedures
- Balloon sinuplasty: A minimally invasive procedure that uses an FDA-cleared device to treat certain cases of chronic sinusitis. In select patients, it may help improve sinus drainage by gently opening blocked sinus passages. A clinical evaluation is required to determine if this treatment is appropriate. Results vary, and symptom relief is not guaranteed.
- Endoscopic sinus surgery: May help improve sinus drainage in more chronic or complex cases.
Improve Breathing With New Braunfels Breathe Free
If persistent nasal congestion has started to impact the quality of your life, our team at New Braunfels Breathe Free can help. Our goal is to guide patients toward evidence-based management strategies to help reduce symptoms.
Individual results may vary. Information on this website is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. In the event of a medical emergency, call 911.