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Sunshine Sentinel

Physician assistant on recurring allergy symptoms: 'You probably also have sinusitis that needs addressing'

Mar 20, 2025

Sierra Corbin, a physician assistant at Gulf Coast Breathe Free, said that if allergy medications do not provide relief, sinusitis could be present and may require treatment. She shared this insight in an Instagram post on November 17.

East Panhandle News

Physician assistant on sinusitis and ear infections: 'bacteria can actually travel up that middle ear tube'

Mar 10, 2025

Sierra Corbin, a physician assistant at Gulf Coast Breathe Free, said that sinusitis can increase mucus production, leading to drainage that allows bacteria to travel up the Eustachian tube and potentially cause ear infections.

North Panhandle News

Pensacola doctor: ‘It's kind of like facial pain that comes from sinus disease’

Nov 26, 2024

Headaches are one of the most common side effects of sinus and allergy problems. Dr. Matthew Blair of Gulf Coast Breathe Free treats sinus headaches the same way as other sinus conditions.

East Panhandle News

Local Pensacola ENT clinic reminds patients to review deductibles before programs reset

Nov 25, 2024

Gulf Coast Breathe Free 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.

West Florida News

Pensacola doctor: For some, different seasons are ‘really going to affect your nasal health’

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. Matthew Blair of Gulf Coast Breathe Free, seasonal changes can affect your allergies.

Sunshine Sentinel

Pensacola doctor: ‘We could definitely improve you in some way’

Oct 30, 2024

One relatively surprising possible symptom of chronic sinusitis is an increased risk of erectile dysfunction. According to Dr. Matthew Blair of Gulf Coast Breathe Free, there are ways to treat this.

Pensacola Times

Pensacola doctor: ‘People who are always suffering from allergies or sinus issues will have a poor outlook on life’

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. Matthew Blair of Gulf Coast Breathe Free, it is common for sinus patients to not feel great about life.

Panama City Reporter

Gulf Coast Breathe Free warns of potential impact from barometric changes from hurricane season

Oct 8, 2024

Gulf Coast Breathe Free is warning about the impacts that barometric pressure changes can have on patients, especially with the approach of Hurricane Milton.

North Panhandle News

Pensacola doctor: ‘A lot of folks who suffer from allergies and sinus disease also have ear problems’

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. Matthew Blair of Gulf Coast Breathe Free, the eustachian tube is an important part of your sinus anatomy.

Pensacola doctor: ‘Early intervention is definitely better than waiting’

Sep 24, 2024

Statistically, women may be more susceptible to sinus issues and sinusitis compared to men. According to Dr. Matthew Blair of Gulf Coast Breathe Free, sinusitis should be taken care of early to help long-term health.