Chronic sinusitis is one of the most frequently diagnosed chronic conditions. Chronic sinusitis is a common recurring inflammation of the air filled cavities in and around the nose that makes it difficult to breathe through the nose, which obstructs drainage and causes mucus to build up.
Some of the symptoms of chronic sinusitis may involve trouble breathing through the nose, tenderness in the cheeks, headaches, eyes and face may feel swollen and painful, nasal discharge, or sinus congestion.
Chronic sinusitis is a long-term infection that can last longer than 12 weeks. Most occurrences start with the common cold causes by a viral or bacterial infection and some originate from allergies, upper respiratory tract infection or deviated septum.
To diagnose chronic sinusitis, the healthcare provider will need to do an in-depth medical history and physical examination focusing on the sinuses and nose. If the physician suspects that the chronic sinusitis is causes by allergies, a person should be referred to an allergy specialist. Imaging of the sinuses may involve an X-ray or CT to decide the severity of the infection.
Treatment of chronic sinusitis depends on the patients medical history, whether there are complications and the severity of the symptoms. Non-medical treatments include using a humidifier to dampen and release nasal discharge and to keep the head elevated while sleeping to reduce pressure. Medical treatments include medications such as decongestants, saline nasal spray or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. If these treatments do not work, surgery may be an option to enlarge the nasal passage of the infected sinus.
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