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Know Your
Sinusitis
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What is sinusitis?
• Sinusitis refers to an inflammation of membrances lining with the sinuses that may occur due to bacterial, viral or fungal infections.
• Sinusitis Prevalence in USA only:Number of adults diagnosed with sinusitis: 29.4 million(12.3%).
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What are sinuses?
• Sinuses are one of the hollow cavities that are present in the skull and are air filled.
• Healthy sinuses have no bacterial, viral or fungal infection.
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(1) Types of sinusitis
1. Acute sinusitis
• Led by viral, fungal or bacterial infections.
• Contaminated from nose to sinuses.• Normally subsides within 10 days.
2. Subacurte sinusitis
• Inflammation lasts for 1 to 2 months.
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(2) Types of sinusitis
3. Chronic sinusitis
• Led by an allergy.• Acute attacks occur frequently.• Last for approximately 2-3 months.
4. Recurrent sinusitis
• Attacks may last up to a year.
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Symptoms of sinusitis
• Coughing• Nasal discharge• Sneezing• Stuffy nose• Headache• Sore throat• Facial pressure• High fever etc.
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Causes of sinusitis
• Air pollutants.• Cold• Pet danders• Dust allergy• Deviated nasal septum• Nasal polyps• Allergic reactions• Some medical conditions etc..
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Preventing sinusitis (i)
Get immediate treatment!
Use -
• Saline sprays• Nasal lubricant sprays• Nasal irrigation
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Preventing sinusitis (ii)
Avoid -
• Extremely dry indoor environment• Irritant exposure• Smoking...
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Sinusitis treatment (i)
Acute sinusitis -
• Decongestants (e.g. steam inhalation, nasal drops or sprays).
• Antibiotics (as per prescribed, usually for 10 to 14 days).
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Sinusitis treatment (ii)
Chronic sinusitis -
• Treat Underlining Cause• Warm moist air.• Warm compresses• Saline nose drops• Antibiotics and often• Nonprescription decongestant
nasal drops or sprays
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What if sinusitis remains untreated
Delayed sinusitis treatment or unattended sinusitis may leadto:
• Unwanted pain & discomfort and OFTEN
• Meningitis or brain abscess and so on!
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What else?
All you need is to follow,
• Healthy lifestyles,• Good hygiene AND• Prenvetive allergy steps!
Enjoy your sinusitis-free life!
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