Sinusitis
How We Treat You
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A Doctor On Demand video visit gives you the full attention of a board-certified doctor without having to leave the comfort of your home.
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You will receive a physical examination that is customized and focused to your specific complaint.
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Your doctor will guide you through looking, listening and feeling to complete a thorough assessment.
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If you have a thermometer, blood pressure cuff, heart rate monitor or have any medical applications on your mobile device please have them ready. This information will help the doctor make a diagnosis and treat your condition safely and effectively.
About Sinusitis
Sinusitis means your sinuses are inflamed. The cause can be an infection or another problem. Your sinuses are hollow air spaces within the bones surrounding the nose. They produce mucus, which drains into the nose. If your nose is swollen, this can block the sinuses and cause pain.
There are several types of sinusitis, including:
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Acute, which lasts up to 4 weeks
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Sub-acute, which lasts 4 to 12 weeks
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Chronic, which lasts more than 12 weeks and can continue for months or even years
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Recurrent, with several attacks within a year
Acute sinusitis often starts as a cold, which then turns into a bacterial infection. Allergies, nasal problems, and certain diseases can also cause acute and chronic sinusitis.
Symptoms of sinusitis can include fever, weakness, fatigue, cough, and congestion. There may also be mucus drainage in the back of the throat, called postnasal drip.