By Manhattan Primary Care (Upper East Side)

01/15/2021 Sinusitis is a condition in which the cavities around the nasal passages become inflamed.Your sinuses are air-filled cavities located just above your upper back teeth and which have a thin lining the reduces mucus. If they become infected or inflamed, the lining will swell, creating additional mucus and causing a condition called sinusitis where the sinuses become blocked. As the sinuses become blocked, they fill with fluid and bacteria can grow, causing an infection. Your symptoms should be evaluated by a physician for an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.



WHAT CAN CAUSE SINUSITIS?
Sinusitis can be caused by the following conditions, including:

• The common cold
• Nasal polyps which are small growths in the lining of the nose
• Allergic rhinitis that causes the lining of the nose to swell
• A deviated septum that causes the nasal cavity to shift

There are different types of sinusitis, and which include:


ACUTE SINUSITIS
Acute sinusitis usually begins with the common cold, creating symptoms like facial pain and a stuffy nose. Acute sinusitis may start suddenly and last between two and four weeks. Subacute sinus inflammation can last between four and 12 weeks.


Symptoms of acute sinusitis include:

• A stuffy, runny nose
• Loss of smell
• Facial pain or a feeling of pressure
• Cough or congestion

It may also cause:

• Bad breath
• Fatigue
• Dental pain
• Sometimes fever