Symptoms of sinus and prevention
                     What are the symptoms of 
Sinus? How to prevent 
yourself from this disease?
Sinus, which is medically called ‘Sinusitis’, is a 
condition where the nasal cavities are inflamed 
and swollen. It is usually caused by a common 
cold or some other allergic reaction.
There are two types of Sinusitis;  Acute and 
Chronic.
Acute sinusitis lasts for a short period of time, 
whereas Chronic sinusitis may last for up to 8-
10 weeks.
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Causes for Sinusitis are:
1. Common cold
2. Abnormality in nasal passages, like 
deviated septum or nasal polyps
3. Allergies due to pollen, dust etc.
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Symptoms of Sinus mainly are:
• Facial pain or pressure
• Thick yellow or green nasal discharge
• Blocked nose
• Reduced sense of smell
• Difficulty in breathing through the nose
•  Cough
Other symptoms that can be seen are:
• Fever
• Bad breath
• Tooth ache
• Fatigue
If these symptoms persist for several weeks, it 
is best to see a doctor, as it may become a 
serious infection.
Methods of diagnosis include examining the 
nose with a light source or using an endoscope 
for detailed examination.
Acute sinusitis can be cured by medicines 
which help to relieve the symptoms. In case of 
chronic sinusitis, a CT scan may be required, 
as antibiotics may not work efficiently. The 
patient may be asked to reduce exposure to 
allergens, or if there is a condition like 
deviated septum, a surgery may be suggested 
by an ENT specialist.
Prevention
It is often said that ‘prevention is better 
than cure.’ That holds true even in the 
case of sinus. For those who are at more 
risk of suffering from sinusitis, they can 
keep themselves safe by following some 
simple prevention methods.
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Practicing good hand hygiene. Wash your 
hands frequently, and especially before 
having meals. Use an anti-bacterial liquid 
soap.
Try to stay away from those who have 
common cold, allergies and other respiratory 
infections.
Avoid smoking and second-hand smoke. 
Protect yourself from other smoke and 
polluted air. Wear a protective mask if possible
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Avoid allergens. Stay away from places 
affected with dust, pollens, mold etc. 
Manage your allergies. Avoid consuming 
food and drinks which may cause an 
allergic reaction.
Use a humidifier at home or workplace, 
which can moisten the air and keep it clean.
Clean air-conditioners, fans and home 
furniture regularly to avoid accumulation of 
dust and mold.
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