Sinusitis is caused by the inflammation of the nasal passages and the sinus openings. Often following a cold or viral infection, bacteria and debris can enter the passageway and cause more inflammation making it hard for the sinuses to drain fluid as normal. A minor sinus infection normally lasts seven to ten days, and its symptoms include a greenish-yellow discharge, cough, congestion and facial pain. However, when a severe sinus infection (or chronic sinusitis) occurs, it has lasted for twelve weeks or longer.

SYMPTOMS

The symptoms of chronic sinusitis include:

• Ear pain
• Aching in upper jaw and teeth
• Cough (usually worse at night)
• Postnasal drip
• Sore throat
• Halitosis (bad breath)
• Fatigue or irritability
• Nausea

Other symptoms may include:

• Thin, clear drainage
• Nasal congestion
• Pain and tenderness around eyes, cheeks, forehead and nose
• Loss of sense of taste and smell

CAUSE

The most common causes of severe sinus infections range from allergies to facial injuries, such as a deviated septum. Nasal polyps are small, benign teardrop shaped growths that grown on the lining of the nasal passageway. They normally grow near the opening of the sinus cavity, and can cause blockage that leads to a severe sinus infection. Allergic rhinitis, swelling of the lining of the nose due to allergies, also contributes. Other contributing factors include: deviated septums, respiratory tract infections, trauma to the face, and allergic reactions.

COMPLICATIONS

There are also many complications that can arise due to severe sinus infections. They can trigger an asthma attack, and cause problems with the veins surrounding your nose which puts you at risk for a stroke. Also, if the pressure spreads to your eyes, it could result in reduced vision and at worse a permanent loss of vision.

TREATMENT

If you have been suffering from severe sinus infections (chronic sinusitis) it is recommended that you see a doctor immediately to get the help that you need. There are a number of medications, and surgeries that they can provide to help alleviate the pain associate with sinusitis.

If you are interested in the treatment options that Sinus Dynamics provides we would love to talk with you more about what we could do to help. Please feel free to contact us on this website, or call us at 1-877-447-4276. We will put you in contact with one of our staff members who will be more than happy to answer any questions that you have. Don’t let your sinus problems run your life anymore. Take control of your life, and call us NOW!

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