Synonyms

• Acute sinusitis, allergic fungal sinusitis, allergic reaction, allergy, allergy shots, Aspergillus, asthma, chronic sinusitis, congestion, endoscopic examination, endoscope, fungal infection, fungal rhinosinusitis, fungal sinusitis, fungus, head congestion, immunotherapy, inflammation, Mucor, nasal congestion, nasal inflammation, nasal passageway, nasal polyposis, nasal polyps, nasal sinuses, nasal tissue, nose, paranasal, paranasal sinuses, polyp, polypoidal, polypoidal masses, rhinitis, postnasal drip, sinuses, sinus infection.

Background

• Sinusitis refers to inflammation of the nasal sinuses (hallow cavities around the cheekbones, eyes and nose), which may or may not be the result of an infection. Today, sinusitis is often referred to as "rhinosinusitis," since inflammation of the sinuses cannot occur without some inflammation of the nose (rhinitis) as well.
• Sinusitis is most common during the winter season, and it may last for months or even years if not treated properly. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 18 million visits to primary care physicians result in a sinusitis diagnoses each year.
• There is an association between sinusitis and asthma, according to the CDC. Researchers estimate that more than 50% of patients with moderate to severe asthma also suffer from chronic sinusitis.
• Allergic fungal sinusitis: Individuals who are allergic to fungi can develop allergic fungal sinusitis. This type of sinusitis is uncommon, and it usually occurs in individuals who have compromised immune systems. However, recently, the occurrence of fungal sinusitis has increased in the general population. The most common pathogens are from Aspergillus and Mucor species. This condition is usually chronic (lasts longer than eight weeks) and recurrent.

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