Michael Corben

One main function of our sinuses is to cushion our brain during trauma. They are hollow air pockets working in pairs – the frontal sinuses located above the eyes, maxilliary sinuses by the cheekbones, ethmoid sinuses between the eyes and the sphenoid sinuses located behind the ethmoid tissues. They are most likely to be sensitive and prone to inflammation, thus causing sinusitis nose due to infection or congestion of the air spaces within the bones of the face.
Sinusitis is one of the most chronic illnesses affecting millions of people all over the world every year. The discomforts brought about are disturbing and can definitely be a hassle to everyday tasks, not to mention, painful. Due to the inflammation of the sinuses, there can be nasal congestion, mucus discharge from the nose, most often drops down from the back of the throat, facial pain or pressure, sinusitis dizziness and a decreased sense of smell. Most of the time, if you are experiencing two or more of the symptoms described previously, you are advised to go through a sinus endoscopy or a CT Scan which uses X-rays to make detailed pictures of the current situation or structure of your sinuses.

Since sinusitis has different causes, there are also different treatments. Acute sinusitis is usually treated with saline nasal irrigation, decongestants and antihistamine. Expectorants also help in the treatment and are given during the first 7-10 days for mild to moderate symptoms. Antibiotics are not prescribed especially on the first 7 days. Chronic sinusitis treatment, on the other hand, is most likely to be done with broad spectrum antibiotic (one that can eliminate a wide range of bacteria) and prolonged therapy. Usually, antibiotics are used when there is fever greater than 39°C, facial pain or headache and sever swelling around the eyes. Corticosteroid nasal spray could also be given and ongoing nasal irrigation. A thorough diagnostic work up is required to rule out other underlying conditions like allergies, asthma and other structural problems.
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