Chronic Sinus Infection Symptoms

Standard Treatment

Chronic sinusitis also known as chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a disease that commonly occurs and can significantly impact health. The standard treatment for CRS is a combination of oral antibiotics and topical steroids however the efficacy of oral antibiotics is controversial due to the limited amount of blood vessels in the nasal cavity which often results in poor treatment with failure to eradicate the infection. Chronic sinus infection symptoms typically stem from an obstruction in the nasal cavity and can develop into a sinusitis infection. During the course of a chronic sinusitis infection the membranes in the sinuses and nose “thicken” as a result of constant inflammation, this is referred to as chronic rhinosinusitis. There is also a distinction made between rhinosinusitis with or without polyps. Chronic sinusitis indicates long term swelling of the sinuses. Chronic Sinus infection symptoms are similar to those of acute sinus infections however, they tend to be milder and last longer. An important diagnostic indicator that separates acute and chronic sinus symptoms is that chronic sinusitis symptoms may get better and then worsen with the course of a chronic sinus infection lasting twelve or more weeks. Physicians utilize a CT scan, X ray or MRI to verify what type of nasal blockage has developed in the sinus cavity. Chronic Sinusitis Symptoms develop if there are blockages to the sinus cavity openings caused by excess mucus production which interferes with the cilia removing the mucus as well as anatomical obstructions such as a deviated septum or nasal polyps.

Asthma and allergies

There is agreement among health experts that chronic sinus infections or CRS is not an infectious disease like acute sinusitis. The belief is that those predisposed to chronic sinusitis symptoms tends to occur frequently in those who suffer with asthma. Repeated exposure to airborne allergens from pets, mold, and dust mites can cause chronic inflammation of the sinus cavity and nasal passages. An allergy is the production of histamine due to the presence of an allergen. Excess mucus production is the result of histamine which is seen as a hyperactivity response. An allergic reaction to certain fungi can cause certain cases of chronic sinusitis infections; this is referred to allergic fungal sinusitis. However, close to half of all patients diagnosed with chronic sinusitis symptoms do not have allergies.

A sinusitis infection typically develops when existing inflammation usually caused by an exaggerated immune system response to bacteria, fungi and other allergens found in the sinus cavity or to the pathogens Staphylococcus aureus. A sinusitis is a cold or an allergy is exacerbated by bacteria that attack the already inflamed sinus cavity opening. Chronic inflammation is a contributing factor in the development of nasal polyps as well.

Chronic and Acute Sinus Infection symptoms are bad breath, cough, fever, headache, congestion, postnasal drip, and sore throat. However, chronic sinus infection symptoms are nasal discharge for more than 10 days and not improving, high fever, and a cold or respiratory condition that began to improve and then begins to get worse. Less common chronic sinus infection symptoms include:

  • blurred vision
  • lightheadedness
  • dental infection

Factors that are distinct in chronic sinusitis are that causation is seen as being environmental or organic. Certain conditions such as cystic fibrosis, abnormalities in the Eustachian tubes, as well as large adenoids. Procedures like nasal irrigation are highly recommended to for those who suffer with chronic sinusitis symptoms to keep the nasal passage free of allergens.

Aerosolized Sinus Therapy - A more effective method for treating chronic sinusitis symptoms

Sinus Dynamics utilizes aerosolized technology to treat sinus infections. Aerosolized therapy is a topical approach in treating chronic sinus infection symptoms by delivering medication through a nebulizer directly into the sinus infection. Sinus Dynamics offers an innovative approach to treating chronic sinus infection symptoms with custom compounded antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and anti-fungals through a nebulizer that emits a 3.2-micron particle size is a highly effective method in treating sinusitis. With a topical treatment approach there are little to no side effect as well as a low systemic absorption rate. Consider using a more effective treatment approach to your chronic sinusitis symptoms. Call Sinus Dynamics (877) 447-4276 to begin treating your chronic sinus infection symptoms and receive this new treatment which has a 98% success rate in the treatment of chronic sinusitis.


 
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