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Sinusitis
It is present when the tissue that lines the sinuses becomes swollen or inflamed. It occurs as a result of the inflammatory reaction of a viral, fungal, or bacterial infection. The sinuses are air-filled spaces in the skull.
They are located behind the forehead, the bones of the nose, the cheeks, and the eyes. Healthy sinuses do not contain bacteria or other microorganisms. Usually, the mucus can come out and the air can circulate through them.
When the paranasal openings become blocked or too much mucus accumulates, bacteria and other microorganisms can grow more easily.
Sinusitis can be presented by one of the following situations:
-The small hairs (cilia) of the paranasal sinuses fail to remove the mucus properly. This may be due to some conditions.
-Colds and allergies can cause too much mucus to be produced or block the opening of the sinuses.
-A deviated nasal septum, nasal bone spur, or nasal polyps can block the opening of the sinuses.
The treatment will depend on the cause and can be medical or surgical.
Most frequent symptoms of sinusitis
- Runny nose
- Facial pain
- Headache
- Nasal congestion
- Nasal bleeding
