Sinus means a hollow or a pocket. It represents cavities in many part of the body, such as the renal sinus, the mastoid sinus, or an aortic sinus.
Sinusitis
Sinusitis is an inflammation or infection of the air pockets on either side of & behind the nose.
Sinusitis follows a respiratory such as a common cold or flu.
Types of sinusitis
Acute sinusitis is much more common in general population than chronic sinusitis.
Chronic sinusitis refers to inflammation of the sinuses that persist for at least 3 weeks, often continues for months or even year.
Sinus Problems
Sinuses can be affected by colds, the flu or allergies. Identify where your
Discomfort is coming from and you’ll have a better idea of how to treat it.
Headaches
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Accurate diagnosis often difficult in
Sinusitis
•Diagnosis of sinus depends on an exact history, examination
& investigations
• Sinus pain may be provoked by a viral URTI, acute sinusitis,
Alcohol, flying or bending forward.
• Common features of sinus disease are Fatgue & Tiredness.
• It's commonly confused with myofascial pain or allergy, although these conditions may coexist.
• Antibiotics for 10-14 days has been shown to markedly reduce bacteria in the sinus cavity in patients with acute sinusitis or may relief this condition.
• If treatment is failed than consider the endoscopic surgery, including
Prednisone and a course of antibiotics for 14 days.
Conclusions
Facial pain and nasal symptoms are non specific problems commonly presenting to the primary care physician.
Sinusitis is often confused with underlying myofascial pain or allergy, although
These conditions may also coexist. Failure of conservative medical treatment should
Lead initially to a reconsideration of the