- SinusitisIf medication treatments do not achieve the results, Dr. Scott can treat the allergic rhinitis and sinusitis with a procedure called laser/Radiofrequency turbinate reduction. Laser/radiofrequency turbinate procedure is a fast, effective way to relieve allergic rhinitis, chronic nasal obstruction or some cases of chronic sinusitis.
- Ear InfectionsMost patients that come to see Dr. Scott for symptoms of allergic rhinitis are suffering from nasal congestion, postnasal drip, sneezing, sinus pressure headaches, frequent sinusitis, watery eyes, sore throat, chronic cough, or ear infections. Many patients may experience these symptoms on a seasonal period, but many times this is a year round battle.
- Computed TomographyWhen a patient suffers from sinus headaches the results are from obstruction of the paranasal sinuses due to infection or allergic rhinitis. Usually this pain is located in the mid facial area, cheeks, forehead or between the eyes.Most patients describe this headache as a dull ache and are often compounded with nasal congestion or postnasal drainage. Allergic sinus pressure headaches can be treated with decongestants and antihistamines. However, in more difficult cases nasal steroid sprays may be needed. If these sinus headaches continue Dr. Scott will order a CT scan of the sinuses and at that point it might be necessary to perform laser/endoscopic sinus procedure to clear the chronic inflammation.
- General SurgeryInternship: General Surgery, Harlem Hospital Medical Center, New York, NY; Otolaryngology, Martin Luther King/Drew Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
- Otolaryngology
- AllergiesDr. Scott’s approach to allergic rhinitis treatment starts with a full review of the patient’s medical history and undergoes a complete allergy-testing program. Dr. Scott uses skin testing, acoustic rhinometer (to measure airway flow in the nose) allowing him to determine the correct treatment modalities.