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Sinusitis
Sinusitis refers to inflammation of the sinuses. This is generally caused by a viral, bacterial, or fungal infection. The sinuses are air-filled spaces in the skull (behind the forehead, cheeks, and eyes) that are lined...
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Symptoms
The classic symptoms of acute sinusitis usually follow a cold that does not improve, or one that worsens after 5 - 7 da...
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Causes
Sinusitis can occur from one of these conditions: The small openings (ostia) from the sinuses to the nose become blocke...
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Tests
Your doctor will test for sinusitis by: Tapping over a sinus area; tenderness may indicate infection; Shining a light a...
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Treatments
Try the following measures to help reduce congestion in your sinuses: Use a humidifier; Spray with nasal saline several...
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Drugs
acetaminophen
amoxicillin
ampicillin
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Pineapple bromelain
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Alternative Therapies
A, C, and E, and the mineral zinc. A direct inhalation of essential oils (2 drops of oil to 2 cups of water) using thym...
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Risk Factors
Air Pollution
Allergic rhinitis
Asthma
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Complications
Although very rare, complications may include: Abscess; Antibiotic resistance, a situation in which the bacteria causin...
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Prevention
The best way to prevent sinusitis is to avoid or quickly treat flus and colds: Getan influenza vaccine each year; Wash ...
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Doctor Specialties
Call your doctor if: Your symptoms last longer than 10 - 14 days or you have a cold that gets worse after 7 days; You h...
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