Swollen Sinuses
A branchial cleft cyst is a lump that develops in the neck or just below the collarbone. It is a type of birth defect.
Alternative Names
Cleft sinus
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Branchial cleft cysts form during development of the
The birth defect may appear as open spaces called cleft sinuses, which may develop on one or both sides of the neck. A...
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Sinus Headache or Migraine?
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Nasal discharge
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Nasal discharge is any mucous-like material that comes out of the nose. Alternative Names Runny nose; Postnasal drip; Rhinorrhea ... Read more »
Nasal congestion
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Sinusitis: Treatment for Acute Sinusitis
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General Treatment ApproachesThe primary objectives for treatment of sinusitis are reduction of swelling, eradication of infection, draining of the... Read more »
Sinusitis: Treatment for Chronic Sinusitis
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