
The Girgis Blog
Insights, tips, and expert guidance to help you breathe easier, sleep better, and stay healthy.
Biologics for Nasal Polyps: Game-Changing Treatment
Learn how biologics like Dupixent (dupilumab), Nucala (mepolizumab), and Xolair (omalizumab) help patients with recurring nasal polyps breathe easier and reduce the need for repeat sinus surgery.
The Dangers of Untreated Hearing Loss
High-frequency hearing loss makes speech unclear and strains the brain, leading to fatigue, isolation, and cognitive decline. A same-day hearing test can help protect hearing and connection.
Do I Need a CT Sinus Scan?
If sinus infections or congestion keep coming back, a quick in-office CT scan can reveal the root cause and spare you multiple appointments, extra driving, and lost time.
Why Does My Ear Crackle and Pop?
Persistent crackling, popping, or fullness in the ear—especially after flying—often signals eustachian tube dysfunction, which can be treated with nasal sprays, antihistamines, or a quick in-office ear tube procedure.
Sudden Hearing Loss: An ENT Emergency
Sudden hearing loss is an ENT emergency. If you wake up with sudden ear fullness, ringing, or hearing loss, call us right away. Early evaluation and timely steroid treatment, oral or injected, give the best chance to save your hearing.
64/12/3: The Throat Mucus Solution
Do you ever feel like there’s something stuck in your throat that won’t go away? Or do you find yourself constantly clearing your throat, dealing with hoarseness, or battling stubborn throat mucus?
Should I Get Allergy Tested?
Sinus problems, particularly when they are aggravated by environmental allergies, can be a very uncomfortable chronic situation.
Why Do Kids Get So Many Ear Infections?
Learn the causes, symptoms, risk factors, and when it may be time to consider ear tubes.
Is Hummingbird Right for My Child?
Discover how quick in-office ear tube placement with the Hummingbird can improve hearing and reduce infections.
Is Inspire Right For Me?
Learn how Inspire therapy works, who qualifies, and why it may be the right solution for better sleep and health.
Why Am I So Sleepy?
Feeling sleepy all the time isn’t something to ignore. It’s often a sign that your sleep quality or quantity isn't where it should be.