Sinusitis

Swelling or inflammation of the tissues of the sinus is called sinusitis.
Sinusitis occurs when the sinuses become fluid filled and germs can grow causing an infection. There are several types of sinusitis depending on the duration ranging from acute to chronic. Anyone is at risk for developing sinusitis.
Syptoms inlcude
*pain or presure in the face
*nasal congestion
*fever
*cough
*bad breath
*headaches
Treatment can range from moist warm air and over the counter decongestants and in some cases antibiotics can be perscribed, generally this is no longer the case. In rare instances sinus surgery may be necessary to drain the infection from the sinus cavity.
CT is the better imaging modality for diagnosing sinusitis.