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SINUS PROBLEMS MAY REQUIRE
A VISIT TO THE SPECIALIST
By: Todd A. Schneiderman, M.D. F.A.C.S.
Sinusitis is such a common prob-
l em that almost everyone has
experienced congestion, facial
pain and runny nose. Most will do
well with comfort measures only,
or a trip to the doctor for a course
of antibiotics. But what about
those who continue to experience
these symptoms, without relief,
for weeks or longer? When these
symptoms do not go away, what
else can be done?
Many cases of sinusitis, formally
called rhinosinusitis, are viral, and
comfort measures usually suffice.
Staying well hydrated by drinking
a lot of water, taking pain reliev-
ers, and getting rest is often all
that is needed. If a bacterial infec-
tion is present, antibiotics are
helpful. Fever, severe facial and
tooth pain, and dark, thickenened
mucous may indicate bacterial
i nfection. Antibiotics act against
these infections directly. But other
medicines help, too. Deconges-
tants can be used to help the
sinuses clear the infection more
quickly. Over the counter nasal
saline is used to wash the nose,
clearing the mucous and crusting
that can block the airway. This
also may help clear the infection
more rapidly. Some physicians will
prescribe nasal steroid sprays and
antihistamines as well. But these
treatments do not always work.
Other problems may be present
that can make these measures
l ess successful. The nasal septum,
the wall separating the left and
right nasal passages, may be
severely deviated, or twisted. This
can block air flow. Polyps may be
present, decreasing the natural
drainage of the sinuses. Underly-
ing inhalant allergy, to trees,
grass, mold, or dust, may play a
role. When the patient does not
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improvement, other options must
be considered.
Most patients are treated med-
ically for several weeks if they
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in the sinusitis patient after med-
ical measures are no longer of
benefit. This is directed to the
patient's specific nasal and sinus
anatomy, and may consist of
opening the sinus passages and
straightening the septum to open
the nasal airway. A sinus CT scan
is done prior to surgery to evalu-
ate the specific site of the prob-
lem. The surgery can be done as
an outpatient, with small tele-
scopes, through the nostrils.
Most patients find great relief fol-
lowing this procedure.
A bad cold is really a terrible expe-
rience. Although the facial pres-
sure, congestion and fatigue are
rarely life threatening, frequent
episodes can impair your quality
of life. Most people simply expect
to get over it, and feel better after
a few days. But some experience
these symptoms for weeks or
longer. For these patients, sinus
surgery can offer significant long
term relief.
For more information and descrip-
tions of various nasal and sinus
conditions please look on the web
at www.drschneiderman.com.
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