Sinusitis

You can have acute or chronic sinusitis. Inflammation in the sinuses can be brought on by viruses, bacteria, fungus, allergies, and autoimmune reactions. Sinusitis can be annoying and painful, but it frequently goes away on its own. However, a person should see a doctor if their symptoms are severe and ongoing. When mucus accumulates the sinuses become irritated and inflamed, and sinusitis results.

Symptoms

Symptoms vary depending on how long a condition lasts and how severe the symptoms are.

• Nasal discharge, which may be green or yellow
• A postnasal drip, where mucus runs down the back of the throat
• Pain or pressure
• Blocked or runny nose
• Sore throat        
• Cough  
• Bad breath
• Fever
• Headaches
• A reduced sense of smell and taste
• Tenderness and swelling around the eyes, nose, cheeks, and forehead
• Toothache
• A feeling of congestion or fullness in your face
• A nasal obstruction
• Pus in the nasal cavity

Causes

Sinusitis can stem from various factors, but it always result from fluid becoming trapped in the Sinuses, allowing germs to grow.

• The most common cause is a virus, but a bacterial infection can also lead to sinusitis. Triggers can include allergies and asthma, as well as pollutants in the air, such as chemicals or other irritants.
• Fungal infections and molds can cause fungal sinusitis.
• Having a previous respiratory tract infection, such as a cold
• Nasal polyps, which are small benign growths in the nasal passage that can lead to obstruction and inflammation
• Seasonal allergies

Prevention

• Clean your hands.
• Receive recommended vaccines, such as the flu vaccine and pneumococcal vaccine.
• Avoid close contact with people who have colds or other upper respiratory infections.
• Don't smoke and avoid secondhand smoke.
• Use a clean humidifier to moisten the air at home.