What's sinusitis?

Question

I went to the ER today & the doctor told me I had it & she prescribed me antibiotics.

Answer 1

it's an inflamation of the sinuses especially of the skull.try to keep urself warm n cover ur head n forehead with cotton wool.so ur nose won't be too sensitive to the coldness.of course u must drink hot or warm water.u must finish the antibiotics so u can build up ur antibody system.take care.

Answer 2

Sinusitis is an infection of the small, air filled cavities inside the cheekbones and forehead. Acute sinusitis is fairly common, with between one in five people in 100 being diagnosed with the condition every year. Acute sinusitis often develops quickly (over a few days) following a cold or influenza (flu). It often clears up on its own with little or no treatment. Chronic (persistent) sinusitis is less common, and can last for weeks or, sometimes, months.
If you have sinusitis, your sinuses become inflamed and swollen. There are two sinuses on your forehead (frontal sinuses), two are located at either side of the bridge of your nose (ethmoid sinuses), and there are also two behind your cheekbones (maxillary sinuses). It is the maxillary sinuses that are most commonly affected by sinusitis.
People of all ages can get sinusitis. Typical symptoms include a high temperature, pain and tenderness over the infected area, and a blocked or runny nose. Often, no treatment is required, but painkillers may be needed and, occasionally, antibiotics are prescribed.

Answer 3

Sinusitis is inflammation of the paranasal sinuses due to viral, bacterial, or fungal infections or allergic reactions. Symptoms include nasal obstruction and congestion, purulent rhinorrhea, cough, facial pain, malaise, and sometimes fever. Treatment is with antibiotics, such as amoxicillin, penicillin, erythromycin, or trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, given for 12 to 14 days for acute sinusitis and for up to 6 wk for chronic sinusitis. Decongestants and application of heat and humidity may help relieve symptoms and improve sinus drainage. Recurrent sinusitis may require surgery to improve sinus drainage.
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Answer 4

sinusitis sucks....its an infection of the sinuses that causes swelling, pain, pressure, drainage and is basically a big pain inthe you know what. They are common, I get several per year. Its almost as common as a cold these days. You should return to normal as long as you finish all the medication, even when you feel better, finish until they are gone.

Answer 5

Hi,

Sinusitis is an infection of the paranasal sinuses that occurs due to obstruction or bacterial growth. Among the many causes of such obstruction or congestion are common cold, allergies, certain medical conditions, and abnormalities in the nasal passages. Sinusitis develops as follows:


Mucous drainage and airflow are blocked.

Secretions build up, encouraging the growth of certain bacteria.

The resulting infection, swelling, and inflammation create further blockage, which may cause the sinuses to close up completely.
What are the different forms of sinusitis?

Sinusitis is usually defined as acute, recurrent acute, or chronic.


Acute sinusitis is the most common form. Nearly everyone experiences it at one time or another. It lasts no longer than eight weeks or occurs less than four times a year with each attack lasting no longer than 10 days. Acute sinusitis can be successfully treated with medications, leaving no residual damage to the mucous linings.


Recurrent acute sinusitis occurs more frequently but leaves no significant damage.


Chronic sinusitis lasts for eight weeks or longer (12 or longer in children) or occurs more than four times a year (six times in children) with symptoms persisting for more than 20 days. In cases of chronic sinusitis, imaging techniques show mucous tissue damage.
Chronic and recurrent acute sinusitis can be lifelong conditions.


The primary objectives for treatment of sinusitis are reduction of swelling, eradication of infection, draining of the sinuses, and ensuring that the sinuses remain open.

Home remedies that open and hydrate sinuses may, indeed, be the only treatment necessary for mild sinusitis that is not accompanied by signs of acute infection.


Drinking plenty of fluids and taking rest when needed is still the best bit of advice to ease the discomforts of common cold. Water is the best fluid and helps lubricate the mucous membranes.


Hot soups do indeed help congestion. The hot steam from the soup may be its chief advantage. In fact, any hot beverage may have similar soothing effects from steam. Ginger tea, fruit juice, and hot tea with honey and lemon may all be helpful.


Spicy foods that contain hot peppers or horseradish may help clear sinuses.


Inhaling steam two to four times a day is also very helpful, costs nothing, and requires no expensive equipment. A mentholated or other aromatic preparation may be added to the water. Long, steamy showers, vaporizers, and facial saunas are good alternatives.
Many people take medications to reduce mild pain and fever. Adults most often choose aspirin, ibuprofen, or acetaminophen.

A nasal wash can be helpful for removing mucous from the nose. A saline solution can be purchased at a drug store or made at home. Decongestants administered in nasal spray form may be used for short-term treatment. They thicken secretions in the nasal passages however, and may reduce the ability to clear out bacteria. Expectorants, which are drugs that cause mucous to be coughed up from the lungs and may help promote draining and reduce tissue swelling, are sometimes recommended for treatment of sinusitis. Expectorants generally contain ingredients that thin mucous secretions called mucolytics. The most common mucolytic used is guaifenesin, which may cause drowsiness or nausea.

Enjoy Life

Dr.Mojo

Answer 6

It's a bacterial infection of the internal spaces behind your nose and eyes. You may have bad pain or nasty goo leaking out. Antibiotics will (hopefully) get rid of it within a day or two.

Answer 7

according to my doctor it is what you get just before you get a sinus infection but yet they wouldn't put my daughter on antibotics. So depends on what doctor you get. Mine like to wait until you are in major pain so they can make more money on a second visit. Or atleast the one I saw because my doctor was out.

Answer 8

A sinus infection.

Answer 9

sinosittis is just the tecnocal name 4 a stoffy noase