Sinusitis

sinusitis

Sinusitis

Sinusitis is an inflammation, or swelling, of the tissue lining the sinuses. There are four different types - acute, chronic, subacute, and recurrent. people with nasal allergies, nasal polyps, asthma, and abnormal nose structures are all more likely to get sinusitis. Long-term sinusitis may be treated with antibiotics, intranasal steroid sprays, and Leukotriene antagonists.

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FAQs about Sinusitis

Sinusitis is when the sinuses, the air-filled cavities located behind the nose and cheeks, become inflamed or infected. This can cause symptoms such as nasal congestion, facial pain or pressure, headache, and a feeling of fullness in the ears. Find out what are the frequently asked questions about Sinusitis.

  • Is sinusitis common?

    Approximately 37 million Americans suffer from acute sinusitis at least once a year. Sinusitis rates have increased over the last decade due to increased pollution, urban sprawl, and antibiotic resistance.

  • What are the symptoms of acute sinusitis?

    These are some of the symptoms of acute sinusitis:

    • bad breath, cough
    • dental pain 
    • a diminished sense of smell 
    • facial pain/pressure 
    • fatigue
    • fever 
    • nasal discharge
    • nasal obstruction

    Two or more symptoms and/or a thick, green, or yellow nasal discharge can indicate the presence of this condition. It can last for four or more weeks. It is possible to have an acute bacterial infection when symptoms persist beyond ten days, are more severe than those associated with a viral infection, or have worsened after five days.

  • How is the best treatment for acute or chronic sinusitis determined?

    In order to determine the best type of treatment for a patient, the doctor will assess the patient's symptoms and perform a physical exam.

  • What are the symptoms of chronic sinusitis?

    These are some of the symptoms of acute sinusitis:

    • bad breath
    • facial congestion/fullness 
    • facial pain/pressure 
    • fatigue 
    • fever 
    • headache 
    • nasal obstruction/ blockage 
    • thick nasal discharge/ discolored post-nasal drainage

    Symptoms can linger for a month or more.