Sinus Allergy Signs And Symptoms
- Chronic Sinusitis (in Adults)
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
- More Info
What Is It?
Chronic sinusitis is a long-term inflammation of the sinuses. The sinuses are moist air spaces behind the bones of the upper face - between the eyes and behind the forehead, nose and cheeks. Normally, the sinuses drain through small openings into the inside of the nose. Anything that obstructs that flow can cause a buildup of mucus, and sometimes pus, in the sinuses. Drainage from the sinuses can be obstructed by structural abnormalities of the nose, infection, or tissue swelling...
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From Our Sources
Sinusitis: Treatment for Acute Sinusitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Hay fever, allergy symptom -- nasal discharge
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Hay fever symptom -- sneezing
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Sinus Headache or Migraine?
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Acute Sinusitis
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
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