VA doctor: Breathing in dust ‘can lead to a sinus infection’

VA doctor: Breathing in dust ‘can lead to a sinus infection’
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. Manish Khanna of Capitol Breathe Free, even something as simple as dust can lead to sinus issues.

More news on Capitol Breathe Free

Capitol Breathe Free Otolaryngologist on air quality and pollution: ‘These are common triggers for sinus inflammation and sinus infections’
August 29, 2025
Capitol Breathe Free Otolaryngologist on air quality and pollution: ‘These are common triggers for sinus inflammation and sinus infections’

Dr. Manish Khanna, an Otolaryngologist at Capitol Breathe Free, has highlighted that allergens, pollution, and traffic-related pollutants in metropolitan areas are common triggers for sinus inflammation, infections, and chronic sinusitis symptoms.

Read MoreRead More
Otolaryngologist on sinus infections and allergies: ‘They're two separate diagnoses, but they both work together to cause issues'
August 22, 2025
Otolaryngologist on sinus infections and allergies: ‘They're two separate diagnoses, but they both work together to cause issues'

Dr. Manish Khanna, an Otolaryngologist at Capitol Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, said that patients often mistakenly view sinus infections and allergies as unrelated conditions, whereas they frequently interact and compound symptoms.

Read MoreRead More