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• posted: Jan. 27, 2026
• Sinus,  Nose,  Symptoms,  Treatment,  Nose Procedures,  Breathe,  Minimally Invasive

What if you could put an end to chronic sinus misery, without the operating room and long, painful recovery? Yes, it’s possible. Patients today have more options than ever thanks Read More

• posted: Dec. 22, 2025
• Paul Burk
• ent,  ear,  infection,  pain,  kids,  adults

Ear infections plague millions of Americans, with young children being particularly prone to these uncomfortable conditions. Here at Ear Nose Throat Medical Service in Chesterfield, MO, Dr. Paul Burk diagnoses Read More

• posted: Nov. 24, 2025
• allergy,  allergies,  sinus,  balloon surgery,  sinuplasty,  ent,  ent balloon,  in office,  non invasive

For chronic allergy sufferers, seasonal changes can often mean another dreadful round of miserable allergy and sinus symptoms heading your way. Battling allergy symptoms can be frustrating and make it Read More

• posted: Oct. 23, 2025
• Paul Burk
• Sinus,  Obstruction,  Nose,  Causes,  ENT,  Symptoms,  Treating,  Treatment

Nasal obstruction is more than just an inconvenience; it can significantly affect your quality of life and overall health. If you’re struggling to breathe through your nose, it could be Read More

• posted: Sep. 19, 2024
• Paul E. Burk, D.O.
• Sinus,  Ent Care,  ENT Condition

Definition Sinusitis is present when the tissue lining the sinuses become swollen or inflamed. It occurs as the result of an inflammatory reaction or an infection from a virus, bacteria, or Read More

• posted: Dec. 01, 2023
• Balloon Sinuplasty

Are you tired of living with constant congestion and sinus pain? Balloon sinuplasty, a procedure offered by your St. Peters, MO, ENT, Dr. Paul Burk, may help clear your sinuses Read More

• posted: Nov. 15, 2023

A sinus infection is when the contents of the sinuses become backed up and infected.  The cavities around the nasal passages become inflamed. Sometimes, they come with bad headaches or Read More

• posted: Jun. 12, 2023

SWIMMERS EAR Now that summer is here and we all like to be swimming and cooling off in some water.  Here's a few things.......   How do you know you have swimmer’s ear? What’s Read More

• posted: May 10, 2023
• Paul Burk

The sun is shining, children are out of school, and summer vacation plans are in full effect. What happens when suddenly you wake up with a sore throat, stuffy nose, Read More

• posted: Apr. 26, 2023
• Paul Burk

Give it time but keep your doctor in the loop if it lingers. Most of us know the discomfort and annoyance of a sinus infection. Especially when they linger on. But Read More

• posted: Jan. 12, 2023
• Paul Burk

Sinuses are air-filled cavities located within the cheekbones, around the eyes, and behind the nose. An inflammation of the sinuses is called sinusitis and can be caused by infection, injury, or Read More

• posted: Jan. 01, 2023
• Paul E. Burk, D.O.

Sinusitis is inflammation of your nasal or sinus passage. Chronic sinusitis is where you have chronic inflammation of your nasal or sinus passages that lasts for over 12 weeks at Read More

• posted: Dec. 20, 2022
• Paul Burk

The time of year is upon us when summer time heat is behind us. With the change of seasons come a multitude of challenges for the nose, sinuses and lungs. Allergens, Read More

• posted: Oct. 03, 2022
• Paul Burk

  One of the most important doctors you can have as a part of your health care team is an ENT, or Ear, Nose, and Throat doctor.  They study in a Read More

• posted: Aug. 05, 2022

Is it a sinus infection or something else? Sometimes it’s hard to tell. A sinus infection is bound to happen at some point; however, you may not recognize the symptoms, especially Read More

• posted: Aug. 04, 2022

Are your sinus issues not going away? While the occasional sinus issues can often be managed with rest, hydration and home care, sometimes infections, obstructions and other sinus issues can lead Read More