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Thursday, October, 29, 2009

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Health Encyclopedia: Sinusitis Introduction

Introduction


The skull contains a number of air-filled spaces called sinuses. They perform the following functions:

  • Reduce the weight of the skull
  • Provide insulation for the skull
  • Provide resonance for the voice

Four pairs of sinuses, known as the paranasal air sinuses, connect to the nasal passages (the two airways running through the nose) and are those that are involved in sinusitis. These sinuses are the following:

  • Frontal sinuses (behind the forehead)
  • Maxillary sinuses (behind the cheekbones)
  • Ethmo...
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Sinusitis: Causes
...the sinuses. This creates a hospitable environment for bacterial growth, which is the direct cause of sinus infection. In fact, rhinitis is the precursor to sinusitis in so many cases that expert... Read more »
Sinusitis: Diagnosis
...nasal obstruction and congestion. The conditions often occur together. People with allergies and no sinus infection may have:Thin, clear, and runny nasal dischargeItchy nose, eyes, or throat (do... Read more »
Sinusitis: Symptoms
...and pain or pressure in specific areas in the face -- eyes may be red, bulging or painful eyes if the sinus infection occurs around the eyes; in some cases, patients may also have double vision... Read more »
Sinusitis: Treatment for Chronic Sinusitis
...SinusitisChronic sinusitis is often the result of damage to the mucous membrane from a past, untreated acute sinus infection. The aerobic and anaerobic bacteria present in chronic sinusitis are... Read more »
Sinusitis: Treatment for Acute Sinusitis
...reduces antibiotic use and the occurrence of acute exacerbations. Patients in the study had 72% fewer sinus infections, a 69% improvement in breathing, and they reduced medication usage by more... Read more »

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