Consult for Sinus Infection Management

 What We treat

About Sinusitis

Sinusitis is the inflammation in the tissues lining sinuses, affecting approximately 15% of the population in India. Sinuses are air containing empty spaces in certain bones of the skull and there are 4 paired sinuses namely maxillary, frontal, ethmoidal and sphenoidal.

Healthy sinus vs Inflamed Sinus (source)

Functions of Sinuses

• Air conditioning of the inhaled air
• Provide resonance to voice
• Lighten the skull bones
• Act as thermal insulators

Types of Sinusitis

Sinusitis is classified based on the duration of symptoms and recovery

Causes of Sinusitis

Sinusitis is usually caused by

• Respiratory Infections: Viral, bacterial and fungal
• Allergies such as (Allergic rhinitis)
• Anatomic factors
  • Deviated nasal septum
  • Nasal polyps
  • Enlargement of the nose (nasal bone spur)
• Environmental factors
  • Cold and wet climate
  • Atmospheric pollution
  • Smoking

Sign and Symptoms of Sinusitis

Acute and chronic sinusitis causes similar symptoms that include

• Nasal Discharge
• Stuffy /congested nose
• Pain, tenderness, and pressure in the face
• Headache
• Loss of sense of smell
• Bad breath
• Toothache
• Ear pain
• Fever

Warning signs of a severe infection include confusion, red and swollen eyes, severe headache & vision changes.

Should you experience such symptoms see a doctor at the earliest.

Management of Sinusitis

Diagnosis is made by

• Clinical evaluation
• Rhinoscopy
• MRI or CT Scan

Treatment of Sinusitis

Home Remedies

• Drink plenty of fluids
• Take a rest
• Steam inhalation with hot water
• Stay indoors and away from a cold, humid environment, smoke and pollution
• Warm compress on the face helps in reducing pain

Treatment of acute and chronic sinusitis is based on the cause and can be medical, surgical or both based on medical advice.

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