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Alan Khadavi, MD, APC
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Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Phone: 310-282-8822

16260 Ventura Blvd., Suite 140
Encino, CA 91436
Phone: 818-528-7776

May 14, 2020 by Alan Khadavi

How does Dupixent work?

criteria for dupixent (dupilumab)

How does Dupixent work? Dupixent is currently indicated for patients who have atopic dermatitis, asthma and nasal polyps. Dupixent works by inhibiting IL4 and IL13 and it has improved outcomes in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP).  A recent study published in Allergy studied Dupixent’s local effects on type 2 inflammatory biomarkers. The study […]

Filed Under: biologics, Blog, Sinus

May 9, 2017 by Alan Khadavi

Natural Sinus Tips for Sinus Headaches

sinus headaches

Sinus headaches can cause a pounding headache.  A feeling of a stuffed-up head and post nasal drip.  Sinus pain can be worsened during the allergy season as germs and mucus make their way into your sinus cavities. When an allergy, cold or flu causes tissues to swell and fill with mucus, the tiny hairs inside […]

Filed Under: Blog, Sinus

April 18, 2017 by Alan Khadavi

Chronic Sinusitis and Depression leads to lost productivity

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Chronic sinusitis is an inflammatory diseases of the sinus mucosa that causes a significant decrease in quality of life.  The quality of life detriment is comparable or worse than other chronic diseases such as asthma and cardiac disease.  Chronic sinusitis has been associated with depression, decreased cognitive function, anxiety and diminished sleep.  Chronic sinusitis is […]

Filed Under: Blog, Sinus

March 29, 2016 by Alan Khadavi

Generic Nasonex Now Available

generic nasonex

Updated info:  Generic Nasonex is currently available in pharmacies, please see the information below regarding it. Generic Nasonex will soon be available for allergy sufferers.  Apotex, is a generic pharmaceutical company, based in Florida, has successfully gotten FDA approval of the generic Nasonex (mometasone furoate). Generic Nasonex will still need a prescription.  This is different […]

Filed Under: Blog, Sinus

January 7, 2016 by Alan Khadavi

Immune Disorders in Chronic Sinus Infections

immune deficiency in sinus infections

Several studies have shown a high prevalence of immunoglobulin deficiencies in patients with chronic sinus infections.  The reported prevalence of chronic sinus infections in industrialized countries is 11%-14%.  Chronic sinus infections can be due to multiple causes, including, allergies, anatomical malformations,and local secretory or systemic immunoglobulin deficiencies.  The most frequent immunoglobulin deficiencies are IgG subclass […]

Filed Under: Blog, immune deficiency, Sinus

December 16, 2015 by Alan Khadavi

Dupilumab (Dupixent) for Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) Sufferers

Please scroll down for updated information on Dupilumab Atopic dermatitis (eczema) patients may have a new medication on the horizon, Dupilumab.  Regeneron Pharmaceuticals has partnered with Sanofi to develop this new medication which is currently under clinical trials.  There is no current brand or trade name for Dupilumab.  (See below for update, the trade or […]

Filed Under: Allergy Medicine, atopic dermatitis, Blog, Headlines, Pediatric, Sinus

June 30, 2015 by Alan Khadavi

Potential new Nasal Polyps Treatment option

Chronic rhinosinusitis is a common upper airway disease that affects 5%-16% of the population worldwide.  It is characterized by inflammation of the sinuses for at least 12 weeks despite medical treatment.  Nasal polyps frequently accompany chronic sinusitis and their occurrence indicates a serious disease with a potential for a relapse.  Nasal polyps is a frustrating […]

Filed Under: Allergy Medicine, Blog, Sinus

November 3, 2014 by Alan Khadavi

Sinusitis Diagnosis and Management

best nasal polyps treatment

Sinusitis is one of the most commonly diagnosed diseases in the United States.  Rhinosinusitis is used interchangeably with the term sinusitis.  Because of its importance, I will review the diagnosis and management of this disease. The definition of acute sinusitis is symptoms less than 12 weeks of nasal discharge, congestion, fever, cough and headache.  Recurrent […]

Filed Under: Blog, Pediatric, Sinus

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