What is Chronic Sinusitis?

Description of the disease

Chronic sinusitis is inflammation of the sinuses that lasts for more than 12 weeks, and the symptoms can persist for a long time.

Classification

• Chronic hyperplastic sinusitis
• Chronic catarrhal sinusitis

Symptoms

• Nasal congestion
• Loss of smell
• Headache
• Facial pain

Causes

The causes of chronic sinusitis can be allergies, infections, nasal polyps, deviated nasal septum.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis is based on the patient's complaints, as well as X-ray and endoscopic examinations.

Treatment

Treatment may include the use of anti-inflammatory drugs, nasal irrigation, antibiotics in case of bacterial infection, and surgical intervention in some cases.

Prevention

Prevention includes strengthening the immune system, timely treatment of respiratory diseases, and avoiding allergens.

Doctor

Chronic sinusitis is treated by an otolaryngologist.