Actute Sinusitis / Medical books discount

Definition


Inflammation of the sinuses is called sinusitis

Predisposing factors

According to aetiology, they are of the following types:

  • • Damp, dark and overcrowded houses.
  • • Lowered body resistance.
  • • Wet and cold weather.
  • • Sedentary occupations.
  • • Dusty atmosphere.
  • • Unbalanced diet, smoking and drinking.

 

Symptoms


  • • A sense of fullness or tension around the nose.
  • • Pain - According to the sinus involved.
  • • Puffiness may appear on the face, forehead and eyelids.
  • • Lacrimation and photophobia in case of frontal sinusitis.
  • • Raised temperature.