81. Sinusitis - ACAAI A lot of people mistake a particularly bad cold for sinusitis. Unlike a cold,some cases of sinusitis are bacterial infections that often require http://www.acaai.org/public/advice/sinus.htm

Sinusitis A lot of people mistake a particularly bad cold for sinusitis. Many of the symptoms are the same including headache or face pain, a nasty runny nose and nasal congestion. Unlike a cold, some cases of sinusitis are bacterial infections that often require antibiotics. While mild cases of sinusitis may go away without medical intervention, sinusitis also can be serious and can require surgery if left untreated. However, a bad cold won't respond at all to antibiotics. About 31 million people develop sinusitis in the United States each year. Frequently, sinusitis follows an upper respiratory infection or a normal cold. People who have allergies, asthma, physical abnormalities in the nose or sinuses, or a compromised immune system are at a greater risk. What is sinusitis? Sinusitis is an inflammation of the mucous membranes lining the facial sinuses. The inflammation is often caused by a bacterial infection, although viruses and fungi are also implicated. Immunocompromised people can develop bacterial or fungal sinusitis. Some allergic individuals, who are not immunocompromised, can have "allergic fungal sinusitis". Acute sinusitis lasts three to eight weeks. Sinusitis lasting more than eight weeks is considered chronic. The sinuses are air-filled cavities in the skull. Normally, they are lined with a thin layer of mucus that traps dust, germs and other airborne particles. Tiny hairs in the sinuses called cilia sweep the mucus (and whatever is trapped in it) towards openings in the top of the sinuses called ostia. The ostia lead to the back of the throat where mucous slides down to the stomach. This continual process is a normal function of the body.

82. Consultations: Sinusitis The diagnosis of sinusitis is made, and he gives me antibiotics. They arenot indicated in the treatment of sinusitis, even in cases like yours where http://www-surgery.ucsd.edu/ent/DAVIDSON/consult_sinusitis.html

Head and Neck Surgery Consultations Terence M. Davidson, M.D. Appointments: (888) 309-8273, Option 4 Consultation for Sinusitis This consultation is part of a series of consultations with Head and Neck Surgery specialists at the University of California, San Diego. The case is a hypothetical patient chosen to represent a composite of the usual and most common patients with this specific disorder. Where gender, age or race make a difference, these will be specifically cited. Where they do not make a difference, they may be omitted. The consultation is presented for purposes of general information. Specifics about an individual case and specific treatment must be discussed between the patient and the treating physician. The patient is a young adult referred for evaluation for chronic sinusitis. Doctor : Good morning. What can I do for you today? Patient : I have suffered recurrent sinus infections. My primary care physician has been unable to successfully manage these and has recommended an evaluation to see if you have additional ideas. Doctor : How long have you been having recurrent infections?

83. Sinusitis The most common agents responsible for acute sinusitis are Chronic sinusitisis usually caused by a combined anaerobic and aerobic bacterial infection. http://www.kcom.edu/faculty/chamberlain/Website/lectures/lecture/urisin.htm

Upper Respiratory Tract Infections Return to Syllabus INFECTIONS OF THE UPPER RESPIRATORY TRACT General Goal: To know the major cause(s) of these diseases, how they are transmitted, and the major manifestations of each disease. Specific Educational Objectives The student should be able to: 1. recite the common cause(s) of these disease. 2. describe the common means of transmission. 3. describe the major manifestations of this infection. 4. describe how you diagnose, treat and prevent this infection. Reading: MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY by P.R. Murray, K.S. Rosenthal, G.S. Kobayashi and M.A. Pfaller, 3rd Edition. page number depends on microorganism. Mosby's Color Atlas and Text of Infectious Diseases by Christopher P. Conlon and David R. Snydman. pp.53-66. Lecture : Dr. Neal R. Chamberlain References: II. Sinusitis ETIOLOGY and EPIDEMIOLOGY The most common agents responsible for acute sinusitis are: Streptococcus pneumoniae Haemophilus influenzae Chlamydia pneumoniae- These bacteria cause over 70 percent of the infections of the paranasal sinuses. Less common causes of sinusitis are: anaerobic bacteria Staphylococcus aureus Streptococcus pyogenes Gram-negative bacilli respiratory viruses Chronic sinusitis is usually caused by a combined anaerobic and aerobic bacterial infection.

84. Virtual Children's Hospital: CQQA: Sinusitis Common Questions, Quick Answers on sinusitis. sinusitis is not contagious.However, a common cold often causes it and the cold may be contagious. http://www.vh.org/pediatric/patient/pediatrics/cqqa/sinusitis.html

Pediatrics Common Questions, Quick Answers Sinusitis Donna D'Alessandro, M.D. Lindsay Huth, B.A. Peer Review Status: Internally Reviewed Creation Date: June 2002 Last Revision Date: June 2002 Common Questions, Quick Answers What is sinusitis? What causes it? Who can get it? ... When should I call the doctor? What is sinusitis? Sinusitis is a condition of the sinuses. Sinuses are part of the upper respiratory (breathing) system. They are found around the nose, forehead, and the eyes. They are tiny pockets of air in the facial bones. Sinusitis is when these small areas become infected or irritated and cannot drain mucus as well as they should. Sinusitis can be acute or chronic. Symptoms of acute sinusitis last for less than one month. Symptoms of chronic sinusitis last for longer than a month. What causes it? Sinusitis can be caused by a viral or bacterial infection. It can be caused by problems with how the nose is formed. It can be caused by growths in the nose. Who can get it? Anyone can get sinusitis. Children are more likely than adults to get it. Children's sinuses are smaller and more easily blocked when irritated.

85. Sinusitis - Vitacost sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinus passages. http://www.vitacost.com/science/hn/Concern/Sinusitis.htm

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86. Sinusitis DESCRIPTION Acute sinusitis is a symptomatic inflammation of the paranasal Antibiotics for acute maxillary sinusitis. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000 http://www.5mcc.com/Assets/SUMMARY/TP0855.html

Sinusitis DESCRIPTION: Acute sinusitis is a symptomatic inflammation of the paranasal sinuses of less than 4 weeks duration occurring as a result of impaired drainage and retained secretions. Subacute when symptomatic from 4-12 weeks. Chronic when symptomatic for greater than 12 weeks. Acute exacerbation of chronic disease when worsening of already symptomatic patient. System(s) affected: Pulmonary Genetics: No known genetic pattern Incidence/Prevalence in USA: 16% of population annual diagnosis of sinusitis Fifth leading reason for antibiotic prescriptions Approximately 5% of office visits for young adults Incidence of both acute and chronic sinusitis increases in the latter part of childhood Incidence increases up to age 75 and then decreases Predominant age: All ages Predominant sex: Both sexes equally CAUSES: Bacterial - complicates 0.2% to 2% of viral cases Risk is over diagnosis of bacterial and encouragement of resistance to antibiotics Streptococcus pneumoniae Haemophilus influenzae most common bacterial etiologies Fungal Synonyms: Rhinosinusitis ICD-9-CM: 473.9 Unspecified sinusitis (chronic)

87. Practice Parameters For Sinusitus - Table Of Contents Practice Parameters for sinusitis Table Of Contents JACI - December 1998, part2 • Volume Algorithm and Annotations of sinusitis Practice Parameters http://www.jcaai.org/pp/sinus_toc.asp

What is the JCAAI Safe Needle Update Practice Parameters JCAAI Forums ... Search Now, JCAAI brings you an easy and cost effective way to provide the mandatory training to physicians and staff. Created specifically for busy allergy practices, the JCAAI compliance training modules are Internet based, allowing self-paced learning and access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Practice Parameters for the Diagnosis and Management of Sinusitis - Table Of Contents J Allergy Clin Immunol 1998;102:S107-S144 Sections Preface I. Executive summary of sinusitis practice parameters II. Algorithm and Annotations of Sinusitis Practice Parameters III. Summary statements of sinusitus practice parameters ... Publishing and Reprint Information Search JCAAI.org Results per page Member Login Username Password Forget Your Password? Special Alert June 14, 2005 EMERGENCY ALERT The FDA recently issued a warning about abuse of dextromethorphan (DXM). Click Here Downloads Download the JCAAI Membership Application here Download the JCAAI Associate Membership Application here JCAAI 50 North Brockway Suite 3-3 Palatine, IL 60067

88. Treatment Of Sinusitis Using Essential Oils A World of Aromatherapy explains the use of essential oils in the treatment ofsinusitis. http://www.aworldofaromatherapy.com/essential-oils-sinusitis.htm

Health Products Acupuncture Chinese Medicine aromatherapy origins ... enhance the air Sinusitis: Sinusitis is an inflammation and blockage of the nasal sinuses. Sinuses that are clogged for a long time are more prone to infection. Symptoms of Sinusitis include headache, earache, toothache, facial pain, difficulty breathing through the nose, fever and cough. Essential Oils Suggested for Treatment Bergamot Eucalyptus Peppermint Suggestions for Use: Add several drops of essential oil to a bowl of hot water and inhale (do not use this method if you are an asthmatic) Add a few drops of essential oil to a carrier oil and massage around the base of the head and from the inside of the eyebrows out toward the temples Cautions: If you are suffering from frequent or chronic sinusitis, consult your physician. back to top home Simply submit your email address to join today Become a Sponsor About Us Privacy Guarantee Contact Us ... Link to us The information provided on this site is provided for educational purposes only, and is not intended as medical advice. Should you have any serious health concerns, you should always check with your health care practitioner before self-administering any natural remedy.

89. Complications Of Sinusitis Jay M. Dutton, MD Rush-Presbyterian-St When sinusitis is managed properly, complications rarely occur. However, insome cases chronic sinusitis may permanently injure these nerve endings. http://www.american-rhinologic.org/patientinfo.sinusitiscomplications.phtml

dmbHighlightTBItem(1,'ARTICLES'); Complications of Sinusitis Jay M. Dutton, MD Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center Chicago, IL When sinusitis is managed properly, complications rarely occur. However, because of the close proximity of such structures as the intracranial cavity and the orbit, in certain circumstances these infections may spread and cause life-threatening sequelae. These complications may occur after either acute or chronic infections but do so more commonly after the former. The following list includes many of the potential complications of sinusitis, but is by no means exhaustive: Intracranial Complications - The frontal, ethmoid and sphenoid sinuses are separated from the intracranial cavity by a layer of bone (Figure 1). If the infection passes through this bone it may infect the tissue and fluid that lines the brain, causing "meningitis". In even more severe cases the infection may spread to the brain itself causing an "abscess", or collection of pus. These problems are life threatening and require prompt and aggressive treatment. Orbital Complications - The frontal, maxillary, ethmoid and sphenoid sinuses sit immediately above, below, between and behind the eyes, respectively (Figure 2). For this reason, infections of any of the sinuses may spread to the orbit, causing a wide spectrum of complications from mild inflammation of the eyelid to abscesses with possible blindness.

90. Sinusitis Diagnosis Howard Levine, MD Mt. Sinai Nasal-Sinus Center Trouble with sinusitis? Wonder why your nose is blocked? sinusitis may giveyou some of the same symptoms as a cold or allergy. http://www.american-rhinologic.org/patientinfo.diagnosis.phtml

dmbHighlightTBItem(1,'ARTICLES'); Sinusitis Diagnosis Howard Levine, M.D. Mt. Sinai Nasal-Sinus Center, Cleveland, OH Trouble with sinusitis? Wonder why your nose is blocked? Annoyed by headaches, too? Around the world, physicians continue to increase their understanding of sinusitis. In spite of the many new methods of diagnosing and managing true sinusitis, the most important thing is being certain you actually have obtained the correct diagnosis! Sinusitis: Difficult to Determine Sinusitis may give you some of the same symptoms as a cold or allergy. In order to get to the true source of the problem, several things might be needed: Physician asks you many questions to learn your history; In office nasal exam is performed with a small nasal telescope; Computed tomographic (CT) scan of the nose and sinus is taken. Exact diagnosis. Proper treatment. Sinusitis can best be defined by determining the duration and types of symptoms. Because sinus symptoms overlap with allergy and cold symptoms, the following symptom combinations help lead one to to the correct diagnosis. Symptoms are divided into two categories: Very important Less important Very Important symptoms include the following: Facial pain or pressure Facial congestion or fullness Nasal obstruction Change in taste or smell Less important symptoms include the following: Headache Fatigue Bad breath Fever Tooth pain Cough Ear pressure For an individual to have any type of sinusitis, one of the following combinations is needed:

91. Sinus Information On Sinusitis Problems Sinus Center offers extensive sinus medical information, and a wide selection ofquality consumer reviewed and rated allergy, asthma, sinus relief products. http://www.allergybuyersclub.com/sinus_center.shtml

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92. Sinusitis FAQ This FAQ is targeted to sinusitis patients, its intent being to help them improve Acute sinusitis is often preceded by a cold, flu, or allergy attack, http://www.allergybuyersclub.com/faqs/faq-sinusitis.shtml

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93. Sinusitis This site contains information about allergies, sinuses, and sinusitis. http://www.mamashealth.com/allergies/sinunitis.asp

Mamashealth.com Home Allergy Information Allergies Allergies and Air Filters Allergy Relief Food Allergy ... My Asthma Links Sinusitis and Sinus Infections? Sinus infections afflict about 37 million Americans every year. Sinusitis is so widespread that Americans with the problem miss an average of four work days a year. There are over 500,000 sinus surgeries performed each year. Sinusitis Sinusitis is an acute or chronic inflammation of the nasal sinuses. The nasal sinuses are the hollow cavities found within the cheek bones and near the eyes. The inflammation of the nasal sinuses is usually triggered by inadequate draining due to allergies, infections or structural problems of the nose such as narrow drainage passages or a deviated septum. Chronic Sinusitis Chronic Sinusitis refers to inflammation of the sinuses that lasts for 4 months or more. Allergies are frequently associated with chronic sinusitis. People with asthma have a particularly high frequency of chronic sinusitis. Inhalation of airborne allergens (substances that provoke an allergic reaction), such as dust, mold, and pollen, often set off allergic reactions. Allergic reactions often contribute to the frequency of sinus infections. Damp weather and pollutants in the air and in buildings may also affect people with chronic sinusitis.

94. ► Sinusitis A medical encycopedia article on the topic sinusitis. http://www.umm.edu/ency/article/000647.htm

var MenuLinkedBy='AllWebMenus [2]', awmBN='530'; awmAltUrl=''; Disease Nutrition Surgery Symptoms Injury ... Encyclopedia (English) Toggle English Spanish Sinusitis Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention Definition: Sinusitis is a disorder of the sinuses surrounding the nose, where one or more of these sinuses are inflamed. Acute sinusitis typically lasts 3 to 8 weeks, whereas chronic sinusitis lasts longer. Alternative Names: Acute sinusitis; Sinus infection; Sinusitis - acute Causes, incidence, and risk factors: There are 4 pairs of sinuses connected to the nasal cavity by small openings called (ostia). Nasal sinuses are small mucous-lined pockets within the facial bones surrounding the nose. Normally, these sinuses make mucus that drains from the sinuses into the nose while air passes freely in and out. Sinusitis (inflammation of the sinuses) occurs when at least one of three conditions is manifest: (1) The small openings (ostia) from the sinuses to the nose are blocked; (2) small hairs (cilia) in the sinuses that help move the normally produced mucous out are not working; and (3) too much mucous is produced, often simply a result of inflammation. Any combination of these may cause sinusitis. Sinusitis affects approximately 3 out of 1,000 people, and develops in approximately 31 million Americans alone each year. Some people never get sinusitis, and others develop sinusitis frequently (especially patients with

95. Sinusitis - UMMC An indepth report on the causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sinusitis. http://www.umm.edu/patiented/articles/what_sinusitis_000062_1.htm

var MenuLinkedBy='AllWebMenus [2]', awmBN='530'; awmAltUrl=''; Home Medical Reference Patient Education Sinusitis WHAT IS SINUSITIS? The Paranasal Sinuses The skull contains a number of air-filled spaces called sinuses . They perform the following functions: They reduce the weight of the skull. Provide insulation for the skull. Provide resonance for the voice. Four pairs of sinuses, known as the paranasal air sinuses , connect to the nasal passages (the two airways running through the nose) and are those that are involved in sinusitis. These sinuses are the following: Frontal sinuses (behind the forehead). Maxillary sinuses (behind the cheekbones). Ethmoid sinuses (between the eyes). Sphenoid sinuses (behind the eyes). The sinuses are hollow cavities within the facial bones. Sinuses are not fully developed until after age twelve. When people speak of sinus infections, they are most frequently referring to the maxillary and frontal sinuses. Defense System in the Sinuses Healthy sinuses are sterile and contain no bacteria. (The nasal passage, on the other hand, normally contains many bacteria that enter through the nostrils.) Maintaining sinus health depends on a cycle that involves a number of important factors and processes: The sinuses are lined with a membrane that secretes mucus, which drains down into the nasal passage from a small channel in each sinus. The mucous membranes must be intact and free of injury.

96. Sinusitis sinusitis means inflammation of the sinuses or nasal passages. http://allergies.about.com/od/sinus/

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97. Take Sinusitis Seriously sinusitis, which is common in the winter, is an inflammation of the nasal sinuses hollow cavities within the cheek bones around the eyes and behind the http://allergies.about.com/cs/sinus/a/blaaaaisinus.htm

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98. MEEI-Rhinology(Sinus) sinusitis (or infection of the sinuses) may involve one or more of the sinuses, When the drainage and ventilation of the sinuses are blocked, sinusitis http://www.meei.harvard.edu/shared/oto/rhino.php

Find a Disease/Condition Employment Contact Us Site Map The menu has downgraded. It is at the bottom of this page. home > otolaryngology department > sinuses The Sinuses The sinuses are mucosa-lined cavities in the skull bones. Normally, their secretions drain into the nasal cavities through openings or ducts. These ducts also ensure their necessary ventilation. There are four sinuses on each side of the face, housed in the skull bones that carry the same names: the frontal sinuses are located above the eyes, the maxillary sinuses below the eyes, the ethmoid sinuses between the eyes, and the spheroid sinuses behind the eyes. Causes of Sinusitis Sinusitis (or infection of the sinuses) may involve one or more of the sinuses, on one or both sides. When the drainage and ventilation of the sinuses are blocked, sinusitis usually sets in. The most common causes of blockage include nasal allergies; the common cold; or anatomic blockage related to large or deviated structures, such as a deviated septum, polyps, or other rare lesions. Sinusitis may be acute, chronic or recurrent. Symptoms Symptoms vary. They include pressure pains or discomfort over the involved sinuses, nasal discharge, post-nasal drip, nasal blockage, and even cough. A feeling of malaise may be present. Complicated cases may exhibit more severe or other symptoms.

99. Sinusitis icarus.med.utoronto.ca/carr/manual/sinusitis.html Complications of Colds Acute Bacterial sinusitisUp to 5% of common colds are complicated by acute bacterial sinusitis. When acommon cold has lasted for 710 days and symptoms persist acute bacterial http://icarus.med.utoronto.ca/carr/atlas/sinusitis'.htm

Sinusitis The picture on the left shows pansinusitis. All sinuses are opacified. The picture on the right shows left maxillary sinusitis. Normal sinuses are air-filled and look black. Back to Atlas Table of Contents

100. AllRefer Health - Sinusitis (Acute Sinusitis, Sinus Infection, Sinusitis - Acute sinusitis (Acute sinusitis, Sinus Infection, sinusitis Acute) information centercovers causes, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, incidence, http://health.allrefer.com/health/sinusitis-info.html

AllRefer Channels :: Yellow Pages Reference Health Home ... Contact Us Quick Jump ADD/ADHD Allergies Alzheimer's Disease Arthritis Asthma Back Pain Breast Cancer Cancer Colon Cancer Depression Diabetes Gallbladder Disease Heart Attack Hepatitis High Cholesterol HIV/AIDS Hypertension Lung Cancer Menopause Migraines/Headaches Osteoporosis Pneumonia Prostate Cancer SARS Stroke Urinary Tract Infection 1600+ More Conditions Alternative Medicine Health News Symptoms Guide Special Topics ... Medical Encyclopedia Web health.allrefer.com You are here : AllRefer.com Health Sinusitis Sinusitis Definition Prevention Treatment Expectations or Prognosis ... Go To Main Page Alternate Names : Acute Sinusitis, Sinus Infection, Sinusitis - Acute Definition Sinusitis refers to inflammation of the sinuses. This is generally caused by a viral, bacterial, or fungal infection. The sinuses are air-filled spaces around the forehead, cheeks, and eyes that are lined with mucous membranes. Healthy sinuses are sterile (meaning that they contain no bacteria or other organisms) and open, allowing mucus to drain and air to circulate in the nasal passages. When inflamed, the sinuses become blocked with mucus and can become infected. Each year, over 30 million people (adults and children alike) get sinusitis.

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