Sinusitis

Sinusitis is a frequent condition among people, and it’s a very annoying and painful condition; it also leads to a decrease in the quality of life of the patient.

Sinusitis

Sinusitis is an inflammation in the lining of the sinuses, which are four air-filled spaces that are located in the forehead, nose, and cheeks.

Rhinosinusitis might be acute (lasts less than 4 weeks), subacute (lasts 4-12 weeks), or chronic (lasts for at least 12 weeks).

Causes and risk factors leading to sinusitis

• Nasal and seasonal allergies.
• Some bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
• Sinusitis often occurs due to the common cold and influenza.
• Some factors that increase the risk of the sinus infection:
• Deviated nasal septum.
• Asthma.
• Nasal polyps.
• Smoking.
• Weakened immune system.

Symptoms of sinusitis

• Headaches.
• Feeling pressure in the nose, forehead, and around the eyes, especially when moving the head or bending over.
• Stuffed or runny nose.
• Pain or pressure in the ears or teeth.
• Cough.
• Bad breath or bad taste in the mouth.
• Fever.
• Fatigue.
• In some rare cases, bacteria or fungi that caused sinusitis might spread to other places, like the brain or eyes, and that leads to some serious infections.

Diagnosis of sinusitis

• In most of the cases, sinusitis is diagnosed by asking about the symptoms.
• Some cases might require certain tests, such as a nasal swap, imaging tests, and biopsy.

Treatment of sinusitis

• The treatment depends on the symptoms and the cause, and sinusitis often wears off alone without a treatment.
• You can treat sinusitis at home by using nasal saline rinses, drinking fluids, and some medications to manage the symptoms.
• In subacute and chronic rhinosinusitis, some medications might be prescribed, depending on the cause.