WHAT IS SINUSITIS?
Sinusitis is an inflammation of the nasal sinuses. Under normal circumstances, the sinuses produce a small amount of mucus. However, when inflammation sets in, the mucosal lining substantially increases mucus production. Inflammation is usually caused by bacterial, fungal, viral, or allergic processes.
The inflammation of the nasal sinuses leads to swelling of the sinus mucosa, resulting in blockage of the sinus drainage. Thus, the pus cannot escape into the nose and builds up pressure inside the sinus cavities, causing increased inflammation. This creates a vicious cycle of increasing inflammation and obstruction of the drainage pathways.
THE MOST COMMON
SYMPTOMS OF SINUSITIS INCLUDE…
- Pain and tenderness
- Nasal congestion
- Facial pain
- Headaches
- General malaise and fatigue
- Thick green or yellow nasal discharge
- Post-nasal drip
- Throat irritation secondary to post-nasal drip
- Ear congestion
- Dizziness
- A feeling of facial ‘fullness’ or ‘tightness’
- Aching upper teeth
- Bad breath
- Anosmia (the inability to smell or detect odors)
IN ADDITION,
SINUSITIS CAN LEAD TO…
- Chronic Sinusitis – If untreated, sinusitis may develop into a chronic condition.
- Acute Asthma – Sinusitis can trigger an asthma exacerbation.
- Meningitis – The infection can spread to the lining of the brain.
- Vision Problems – Reduced vision or blindness may occur if the infection spreads to the eyes.
- Aneurysms or Blood Clots – The infection can cause problems in the veins surrounding the sinuses, interfering with blood supply to the brain.
HOW IS SINUSITIS
DIAGNOSED?
The symptoms of sinusitis can resemble those of colds or allergies. Sinusitis can have severe complications so it is important to determine
if you are a victim of sinusitis in Nagpur. There are several methods
and used to help screen for sinusitis:
HOW CAN SINUSITIS BE
PREVENTED?
- Reduce the risk of upper respiratory infections – Minimize contact with people who have colds. Wash hands frequently with soap and water, especially before your meals
- Avoid cigarette smoke
- Use a humidifier – Be sure the humidifier is clean and free of mold.
- Limit alcohol consumption
HOW IS SINUSITIS TREATED?
- Antibiotics –
- Saline Nasal Sprays -.
- Decongestants –
- Inhaled Nasal Steroids –
- Allergy shots (immunotherapy) – desensitization
- Endoscopic sinus surgery –
- Nutrition – Good nutrition is essential for resisting and recovering from an infection..
- Pain Relievers –
Some types of obstructions do not respond to medications or minimally invasive procedures, in which case endoscopic sinus surgery may be warranted. Dr. Darakshan performs cutting-edge sinus surgery in Nagpur to help improve your breathing as well as your quality of life.
WHAT IS
ENDOSCOPIC SINUS SURGERY?
Sinusitis that persists for three months or more is considered chronic.
The most common procedure for the treatment of chronic sinusitis is endoscopic sinus surgery. This procedure is performed to unblock the sinuses when drug therapy is not effective or when sinusitis complications exist, such as structural abnormalities, the spread of infection into the eye, or fungal sinusitis.
HOW IS
ENDOSCOPIC SINUS SURGERY PERFORMED?
In endoscopic sinus surgery, fiber-optic surgical techniques are utilized
to open the natural drainage areas of the sinuses and to remove polyps, if any are present. Endoscopic sinus surgery unblocks obstructions, allowing ventilation and drainage. This provides relief from sinus headaches and congestion, improves nasal breathing, and often enhances the patient’s sense of smell.
The goals of endoscopic sinus surgery include:
- Reduction of the number and severity of sinus infections
- Improvement of symptoms associated with sinusitis
- Improvement of airflow through the nose
- Improvement of the patient’s sense of smell
HERE ARE 5 IMPORTANT BENEFITS OF SINUS SURGERY:
- Helps prevent future sinus infections –
- Improved sense of smell –
- Diminished facial pain –
- Clears a pathway for sprays and rinses to be more effective –
- Improved sleep –