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A Sinusitis Problem is easily confused with the common cold or allergy. The occurrence of Sinusitis takes place as a result of a cold an allergy. · Sinusitis is inflammation of the sinuses caused by a blockage in the sinus cavity that stem from the presence of foreign debris in the sinus passages. · A sinusitis infection is recognized by the blockage which causes inflammation or swelling of the lining in the sinus passages and cavities. Sinuses that are clogged create pressure and discomfort; pressure builds in the blocked swollen sinus cavities. Methods used to treat a sinusitis infection are often found over the counter and are fairly effective. There are additional problems that can develop with a sinusitis infection depending on the location of the infection. For example, if a sinusitis infection develops in the frontal sinuses. The following can occur: • Acute / progressive headache • Presence of fever • Presence of focal neurological deficits • Change in mental status • Lethargy • Seizure • Coma
There are many symptoms of sinusitis infection such as headache, facial pain, pressure in the face that is dull or constant, aching over the affected sinuses. Pain is likely to increase when laying down or bending over. The pain in the head typically starts on one side of the head and progresses to both sides. Sinus infections can also cause inner ear problems as a result of the nasal passages being clogged. As a result of the nasal inflammation the affected person may feel dizzy or heavy head or a vibrating sensation in the head. The nasal congestion from a sinus infection can induce a migraine. There are a variety of conditions which increase the likelihood of developing a sinusitis infection, such as age. The prevalence of sinusitis in those below the age of 20 years old are less likely to develop non-allergic sinusitis. Some of the more common conditions are hormonal changes from pregnancy and menstruation as well as various hormonal diseases. The fluctuation women experience in hormones increase fluid retention and frequently precipitate a sinusitis infection. Other conditions that contribute to sinusitis infections are those who abuse or over use decongestants or nasal sprays and develop a rebound infection also leave nasal passages raw from overuse. Other factors like a work place or occupational setting that has excessive irritants like dust, paint, mold and fungi are other risk factors that increase sinusitis infections. Genetic disorders and medical conditions such as cystic fibrosis, Young’s Syndrome, lupus, asthma, Epstein Barr and HIV also precipitate sinusitis and nasal infections. Sinusitis can be classified into three categories: acute lasting less than four weeks, subacute lasting 4–8 weeks, or chronic with a duration of 8 weeks or more with additional symptoms that develop such as fatigue, dental pain, loss of smell and loss of taste. All sinusitis classifications share similar symptoms, which make it difficult to distinguish between the three classes. An acute sinusitis is the most common classification experienced with approximately 90% of adults experiencing sinusitis at some point in their life. The most common treatment for sinusitis is an oral antibiotic. Debate about using oral antibiotics to treat sinusitis continues as it is well known an oral antibiotic is recognized as unable to effectively dose the sinus cavities and this continues to cause anxiety in those seeking an effective treatment. · Oral antibiotics are limited in providing an effective treatment in the sinus cavities. The blood stream and blood vessels exclusively carry medication to the infected sinus cavity. Relying on the sinus cavities to provide the medication through the limited supply of blood vessels in the sinus cavity is problematic as the blood vessels cannot deliver an effective dose of medication to the actual site of infection. The sinus cavities blood vessels which are swollen and infected providing all the treatment to the sinusitis infection results in an ineffective method for treating this area of the body. Inhalation Therapy…? Yes, you can “inhale” an antibiotic through a device called a nebulizer. Sinus therapy using a nebulizer is highly effective and this method is also referred to as inhalation therapy or aerosol therapy. Aerosol therapy is offered by Sinus Dynamics who exclusively provides a portable nebulizer to treat sinusitis with custom compounded antibiotics, anti-fungals, and anti-inflammatories that are delivered directly into the sinus cavities with a state of the art nebulizer that produces a pressurized aerosolized mist. Sinus Dynamics nebulizer emits a fine medicated mist with 3.2-micron particle size that can rapidly enter the inflamed sinus cavities, depositing medication and making contact with the infection directly. The aerosolized medicated mist is sent up into nasal passages reaching the actual site of the sinusitis infection, fighting the infection on contact. Sinus Dynamics’ topical approach to treating sinusitis is particularly effective as medications that are topically applied result in little to no side effects and ensure a low systemic absorption rate as well as reaching the site of infection unlike the other treatment methods prescribed. Sinus Dynamics sinus therapy is highly effective, easy to use, and safe with a 98% success rate in the treatment of patients who are suffering with sinusitis. Call Sinus Dynamics today regarding your sinusitis problems and begin feeling better now (877) 447-4276.
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