Acute Sinusitis Symptoms

Common Cold

Most cases of acute sinusitis start with a common cold or an allergy, usually from a virus. Those who have allergies or other conditions such as chronic nasal problems are those most likely to develop acute sinusitis. However, most people also have bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumonia and Haemophilus which are harmful bacteria that do not pose a threat to the nasal area due to the strength of the immune system of the host. However, those with compromised immune systems, such as those with HIV, cystic fibrosis, and other serious illnesses remain at risk as these bacteria can colonize and create a serious infection. There are many risk factors that contribute to developing Acute Sinusitis Symptoms which are often confused with colds or allergies. Both allergies and colds inflame the sinus passages and symptoms subside within two weeks. If the inflammation produced from the cold or allergy creates an infection, then this is what is referred to as an acute sinusitis infection. There is damage that takes place to the lining of the sinuses from surgery or chronic infections which predisposes a person to an acute sinusitis infection as well. A sinus infection is considered acute when the infection has existed for less than twelve weeks; acute sinus infection symptoms last between 2 - 8 weeks.

Acute Sinus Infection Problems are:

  • cough
  • congestion
  • postnasal drip
  • green nasal discharge
  • facial pain and pressure

If the Sinusitis symptoms continue for twelve or more weeks it is then diagnosed as Chronic and the symptoms typically include fatigue as well as loss of taste and smell.

Allergies and other Pre-existing Health Conditions

Those who suffer with allergies and other chronic conditions that impact the sinus area are predisposed to episodes of acute sinusitis symptoms. The constant presence of pathogens and allergens in the nasal area cause the mucous membranes to swell and block the sinus passages. Once again, normally harmless bacteria pose a threat to the throat and nose area and create a sinusitis infection. If the sinus areas are not draining properly, bacteria multiply in the sinus area and provide the perfect opportunity for an acute sinusitis infection to develop.

Sinusitis is a condition which refers to inflammation in the sinus cavities caused typically by a viral, bacterial or fungal blockage in the sinus cavities. The sinus area is an air filled cavity located in the skull located behind the forehead, cheeks, eyes and nasal bones. When bacteria or other pathogens enter the sinus cavity and attack the swollen lining, greater inflammation occurs in the nasal passages. If the sinus openings are blocked or there is an excess build up of mucus, the cilia, small hairs inside the nasal cavity cannot perform their function of flushing out the trapped bacteria and mucus. Acute Sinus Symptoms can develop if there are blocked sinus openings whether it is caused by excess mucus, the cilia not functioning or a deviated septum or nasal polyp is the onset of a sinusitis infection.

Other conditions that predispose a person to an acute sinus infection are

  • allergic rhinitis aka hay fever
  • cystic fibrosis
  • large adenoids
  • smoking
  • change in altitude
  • diseases that interfere with the cilia

The standard treatment for an Acute Sinus infection is typically an oral antibiotic. The oral antibiotic is absorbed into the blood stream and delivered to the sinus cavity through the blood vessels. The anatomy of the sinus cavity is such that there are a small amount of blood vessels in the nasal cavity. Therefore, treating a sinus infection with an oral antibiotic is problematic as a larger amount of blood vessels are required to deliver the appropriate dose of medication to the infected area. In short, it is difficult for an effective amount of medication to be delivered to the sinusitis infection.

Treatment

Sinus Dynamics offers a unique topical approach to treating acute sinus infection problems with custom compounded antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and anti-fungals delivered through a state of the art nebulizer. Sinus Dynamics uses Aerosolized Sinus Therapy. Aerosolized therapy delivers medication through a nebulizer. The Sinus Dynamics nebulizer has a 3.2-micron particle size that delivers medication directly to the sinus cavity through a gentle pressurized aerosolized mist. Using the nebulizer, a medicated mist is delivered into the sinus area quickly and easily, the mist travels up into the inflamed nasal passages and attacks the sinusitis infection. Explore this new treatment option! Call Sinus Dynamics (877) 447-4276 today to discuss how you can benefit with a topical medication to address your sinus problems. Sinus Dynamics has a 98% success rate in treating acute sinusitis symptoms which clearly indicates that it is one of the most effective forms of sinusitis treatment on the market.


 
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