Expert Sinus & Allergy Care for Families

Grand Canyon Times

Physician assistant on recognizing sinusitis symptoms: 'Our normal could feel much better'

Mar 12, 2025

Mary Pleshtiyev, a physician assistant at Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, advised individuals experiencing symptoms such as facial pressure, nighttime congestion, dry mouth upon waking, or postnasal drip to seek evaluation.

Grand Canyon Times

Physician Assistant on sinusitis: Your nose-ear 'tube is swollen because of sinus disease'

Feb 21, 2025

Mary Pleshtiyev, a physician assistant at Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, said that sinusitis or allergies can cause swelling of the Eustachian tube, which connects the nose to the ear.

PHX Reporter

Scottsdale doctor: ‘Usually patients with chronic sinusitis have issues breathing through the nose’

Dec 18, 2024

Mouth breathing, the habit of breathing through your mouth rather than your nose, is an unpleasant side effect of sinus problems and can cause several health issues. According to Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, mouth breathing is common among sinus patients.

Grand Canyon Times

Scottsdale doctor: ‘Sinus headaches essentially come from either air or mucus getting trapped in your sinuses’

Nov 26, 2024

Headaches are one of the most common side effects of sinus and allergy problems. According to Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, sinus headaches stem from inflammation.

Patient Daily

Scottsdale ENT clinic reminds patients to review deductibles before programs reset

Nov 25, 2024

Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center is recommending patients to make an appointment for assessments or treatments before the end of year to take advantage of cost savings before deductibles reset in the new year.

Ne Valley Times

Scottsdale doctor: ‘The vast majority of patients have some component of allergies contributing to their sinonasal issues’

Nov 18, 2024

The holiday season can be an especially difficult time for allergy sufferers, as travel, stress, and even Christmas decorations can lead to worse allergic reactions. According to Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, allergies affect many sinus patients.

PHX Reporter

Scottsdale doctor: ‘Anything that causes inflammation in the body can disrupt other chronic medical issues’

Oct 30, 2024

One relatively surprising possible symptom of chronic sinusitis is an increased risk of erectile dysfunction. According to Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, sinusitis can affect a patient’s body in many ways.

Grand Canyon Times

Scottsdale doctor: ‘Some sinus patients are absolutely miserable’

Oct 16, 2024

As the seasons change and seasonal depression becomes more prevalent, it's important to recognize that one potential side effect of sinusitis is depression. According to Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, many sinus patients do not feel great about life.

Grand Canyon Times

Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center warns of potential impact from barometric changes

Oct 8, 2024

Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center is warning about the impacts that barometric pressure changes can have on patients, especially those who already have sinus conditions or frequent headaches.

Grand Canyon Times

Scottsdale doctor: ‘Any of those things can cause inflammation around the eustachian tube’

Sep 30, 2024

Eustachian tube dysfunction is a condition that affects the inner ear, causing hearing issues, ear pressure, and other related symptoms. According to Dr. Brian Lee of the Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, the eustachian tube is an important part of your sinus anatomy.