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Causes of eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD) include allergies, a common cold, the flu or chronic acid reflux.

Both allergies and colds are more common in the fall and winter months.

Gulf Coast Breathe Free offers an online quiz for potential patients to evaluate their symptoms.

Almost 29 million people in the U.S. suffer from chronic sinusitis.

Physical symptoms of sinusitis include nasal inflammation, a runny nose, congestion, headaches and pain or swelling in the face.

More than 23 million people in the U.S. suffer from allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever.

Fall allergies typically begin in August and can last through October.

Balloon sinuplasty is a relatively new procedure, which was approved by the FDA in 2005.

Signs of a sinus headache often include fever, swelling and pain around the face.

Eustachian tubes are connected to the sinuses.

Allergy symptoms include sneezing, a stuffy or runny nose, watery eyes and an itchy nose, eyes or mouth.

Sinusitis has been shown to cause erectile dysfunction.

Dr. Andrew Ordon of "The Doctors" says sinusitis can cause bad breath.

Chronic sinus inflammation can lead to decreased functionality and painful symptoms.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson underwent a sinus procedure shortly before announcing his resignation.