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Home -> Shop By Store -> SinusitisSinusitisWhat is Sinustis ?Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinuses. The sinuses are air-filled cavities lined with mucous membranes. The paranasal sinuses are located in the bones of the skull, and are connected with the nose. There are four groups of paranasal sinuses: the maxillary, which are located in the cheekbones on either side of the nose; the frontal, located right above the eyebrows; the ethmoid, located between the eyes and down to the bridge of the nose; and the sphenoid, located behind the ethmoids. Sinusitis can be chronic (lasting for a long period time and reoccurring) or acute (having a rapid onset, but a short, sometimes severe, course). Causes of Sinusitis Sinusitis can be caused by fungal, viral, or bacterial infections, as well as allergies. It can also occur as a result of a tooth infection, or from frequent air travel or deep diving, both of which cause changes in atmospheric pressure; from nasal polyps, which interfere with proper drainage; and from nasal defects. All of these causes irritate the mucous membranes in the sinus cavities, causing inflammation, poor drainage, and infection. Symptoms of Sinusitis The location of the sinus pain depends on which sinus is affected. Morning headaches is typical of a sinus problem. There may be pain in the upper jaws and teeth, cheeks will be tender. Tenderness of nose, patient will have stuffy nose and loss of smell. Some patients experience swollen eyelids and pain between the eyes. Earaches, neck pain, and deep aching at the top of the head is also a symptom. The Other Symptoms are
Diagnosis of Sinusitis To diagnose sinusitis, your doctor will perform a physical examination, paying particular attention to the area around your eyes and forehead. He or she will study your symptoms to determine which sinuses are affected. If your sinusitis is chronic, your doctor will want to determine whether your condition could be caused by allergies or a structural defect in your nose. Your doctor may also order an x-ray or computed tomography (CT) scan of the sinuses. If allergies are suspected, your doctor may recommend a specialist called an allergist to determine the source of your allergies. |
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