Chronic Sinusitis
Inflammation of the sinuses lasting more than 12 weeks, causing nasal congestion, facial pressure, and postnasal drip.
Also known as: sinus infection, rhinosinusitis.
Category: Respiratory
Symptoms associated with Chronic Sinusitis
The following symptoms have been associated with Chronic Sinusitis in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Cough
A sudden, audible expulsion of air from the lungs through a partially closed glottis, preceded by inhalation....
Facial Pressure
A feeling of pressure in the face, which is common in sinus conditions....
Halitosis
Noticeably unpleasant odors exhaled in breathing....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Nasal congestion
Reduced ability to pass air through the nasal cavity often leading to mouth breathing....
Postnasal Drip
Mucus that drips down the back of the throat from the nose, which can cause coughing and a sore throat....
Reduced Sense of Smell
A decreased ability to smell, which can be related to nasal conditions, infections, or neurological conditions...
Tests used to investigate Chronic Sinusitis
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Chronic Sinusitis. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Immunoglobulin E (IgE)
Measures total IgE and can help evaluate allergic conditions....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Chronic Sinusitis, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
Aspergillosis
Aspergillosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Common Cold
A mild viral infection of the nose and throat causing runny nose, congestion, sneezing, and sore throat....
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Nasal Polyps
Soft, non-cancerous growths in the nasal lining that can cause congestion, reduced sense of smell, and sinus p...
Sinus Infection
Inflammation of the sinuses, often viral or bacterial, causing facial pressure, congestion, and headache....
Zygomycosis
Zygomycosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for high fever, severe headache, eye swelling, or confusion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chronic Sinusitis?
Chronic Sinusitis is a health condition described in medical literature. Inflammation of the sinuses lasting more than 12 weeks, causing nasal congestion, facial pressure, and postnasal drip.
What are the symptoms of Chronic Sinusitis?
Chronic Sinusitis is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Cough, Facial Pressure, Halitosis, Headache, Nasal congestion, Postnasal Drip. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Chronic Sinusitis diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Chronic Sinusitis include Allergy Testing, Immunoglobulin E (IgE). This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Chronic Sinusitis, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.