Sinusitis (swelling of the paranasal sinuses) often causes facial pain, nasal blockage, and thick mucus. This eMedTV article offers an overview of this condition, with detailed information on its causes, possible symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
As this eMedTV segment explains, the primary types of sinusitis (such as acute, chronic, and recurrent) are based on how long your symptoms have occurred. This page lists the different types of sinus infections, listing subcategories within each group.
As explained in this eMedTV segment, acute sinus infections usually occur because of a virus -- the exact cause of chronic sinusitis is still unknown. This article takes an in-depth look at the causes of these conditions, including a list of risk factors.
The common cold, allergies, and a weakened immune system are some of the risk factors for acute sinusitis. This eMedTV Web page takes an in-depth look at the things that increase your chance of developing both acute and chronic sinus infections.
If you have sinusitis, symptoms can range from nasal blockage to tooth pain to facial pain. As this eMedTV Web page explains, the pain will partly depend on which sinuses are affected. Additional signs of sinus infections are also discussed.
How can you tell if it's the flu, a cold, or a sinus infection? As eMedTV page explains, there are a number of ways to tell, such as the severity of symptoms and how long they've lasted. This article explains the key differences between these conditions.
As this part of the eMedTV archives explains, there are no tests regularly used to confirm that a person has acute sinusitis. This article takes you through the process of diagnosing a sinus infection, including some of the questions your doctor may ask.
Some of the treatment options for acute sinusitis (sinus infection) include nasal irrigation and medication. This eMedTV Web article talks about the different types of sinusitis and how they are treated, including home remedies that may provide relief.
Decongestants, NSAIDs, oral steroids, and antibiotics are medications that can be used to treat sinusitis. This eMedTV segment gives an overview of the drugs that are used for sinus infections and explains what to do if your symptoms are not improving.
Nasal irrigation involves rinsing the nasal passages to treat allergies and other conditions. This eMedTV article tells you how to get started with this process, including information on selecting the right device and making your own saline solution.
Using a humidifier and avoiding certain irritants may reduce your risk of getting a sinus infection. This eMedTV selection covers the steps you can take for sinusitis prevention, including tips on plane travel for those with chronic or acute sinusitis.
A viral upper respiratory infection is one of the most common causes of sinus infections in children. This eMedTV segment takes a closer look at children and sinusitis, including information on causes, symptoms, treatment options, and more.
Cough, postnasal drip, and sore throat are just a few of the signs and symptoms of sinusitis in children. This eMedTV segment provides a list of other possible symptoms a child may have with a viral, bacterial, or chronic sinus infection.
It is rare -- but possible -- for a sinus infection (sinusitis) to be caused by a fungus. This part of the eMedTV site discusses fungal sinusitis in greater detail, explaining the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of this potentially dangerous condition.
Acute sinusitis refers to sinus inflammation that has been going on for fewer than four weeks. This eMedTV segment provides an overview of this type of sinus infection, with detailed information on symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment.
Chronic sinusitis is a type of sinus inflammation that lasts 12 weeks or longer, despite treatment. This eMedTV Web page takes an in-depth look at this condition, including what causes it, possible symptoms, treatment options, and more.
