Chronic sinus infection can cause fatigue, headaches, postnasal drainage, cough, shortness of breath, nasal congestion and result in miseries. Board-certified allergists Vicki J, Lyons, MD, and Tim Sullivan, MD, at Advanced Allergy & Asthma, have extensive skill and expertise in diagnosing and treating chronic sinusitis. If your cold is lasting longer than it should and it feels like your sinuses are to blame, schedule a visit today. Call the office or book your appointment online.
Sinusitis is an infection involving the tissues of the sinus cavities. The sinuses are just above the eyebrows and on either side of your nose in the cheek region as well as back in the middle of your head. An infection can cause nasal congestion, significant swelling of the membranes, and blockages that prevent mucus from draining away. Sinusitis becomes chronic when it lasts 12 weeks or more despite appropriate treatment.
Along with nasal congestion, chronic sinusitis may cause:
Chronic sinusitis can also cause:
Chronic sinusitis may be caused by:
Allergies such as hay fever can cause inflammation, nasal drainage, and congestion blocking your sinuses and leading to a chronic infection.
Your Advanced Allergy & Asthma specialist will complete a full evaluation and discuss your symptoms in detail. Part of the examination includes using an endoscope to get a closer look at your inner nasal passages and sinuses. An endoscope is a thin, flexible tube with a fiber-optic light at the tip which allows your doctor to see the inside of your sinuses.
You may also require imaging tests, such as a CT scan to highlight the details of your sinuses that can’t be seen on the endoscope. These images can identify an area of inflammation, abnormal tissue growth, or other problems that might be causing an obstruction and resulting infection.
Schedule a visit at Advanced Allergy & Asthma today for an accurate diagnosis and treatment of chronic sinusitis. Call the office or book your appointment online.