Question 1

i know i have sinusitis. i also just got preseptal cellulitis. it doesn't look like a stye. there is no pus head. whole lid is swollen. the 2 linked?

Accepted Answer

Go to the ER: It is impossible to say without being able to do an exam but I am concerned about a devastating condition called mucormycosis. It is a rare fungal infection that often affects the sinus and can spread rapidly. You should probably go to the er and be evaluated by an ophthalmologist (eye surgeon).

Question 2

can you have a sinus infection with no cold, drainage, cough? cat scan showed severe sinusitis, only symptom is facial/head pain, now on meds

Accepted Answer

Yes: Usually treated medically with decongestants and antibiotics. If recurrent, you you might have mechanical blockage at osteo-meatal-complex and need surgery to promote drainage. See an ENT.

Question 3

have pressure on bridge of nose over a yr now. worse at the end of the day/at night. no drainage/mucus. just dry nose. is this still sinusitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes : They could be chronic sinusitis allergic nasal polyp bacterial sinusitis unlikely last this long. Recommend Dr. visit with your ear nose and throat or allergy specialist for specific diagnosis and treatment

Question 4

sinus pain to cheekbone. no drainage from nose, just stuffy. is it considered sinusitis? (no fever, had a cold a week ago)

Accepted Answer

Sinus infection ?'s: Sinus pain referred to the "cheekbone" comes mostly from inflammation in the maxillary sinuses.  This may start as a viral illness ("cold") or even allergy, but thick mucus may block drainage, and cause a bacterial sinusitis .  See  an ENT specialist . Quinlone antibiotics can be helpful if a bacterial origin.

Question 5

pressure in face, nose, upper mouth when bending over. no sinus drainage. could it still be sinusitis? i have a deviated septum, could that cause it?

Accepted Answer

Sinusitis likely: One can have a collection of mucus within the sinuses that are unable to drain leading to inflammation of the mucosal lining of the sinuses, and possibly bacterial  collection. Sinus pressure can occur due to lack of drainage and become exacerbated when bending over. Your history of a deviated septum could be adding to the difficulty with sinus drainage. See PCP for treatment.

Question 6

will amoxcillin help if u have sinusitis? like stuffy nose, nausea, tired, hot, cough up stuff, loss of appetite a little, drainage? some drs say no.

Accepted Answer

Sinusitis: Sometimes, although not usually, antibiotics may be necessary in helping to resolve sinusitis. This has to be assessed on an individual basis and if there is any real question would recommend seeing a good ENT doctor and get a face to face evaluation. Hope this clears up soon.

Question 7

can sinusitis make your head feel like it weight 1, 000 pounds?

Accepted Answer

Yes, so: You should see a doctor for treatment with decongestant and possibly even antibiotics.  Other causes might be occult injury or even tumor, so get medical attention asap.

Question 8

took 2 doses cednifir for sinusitis.  have tingling/ prickling/crawling sensations on top of my head.  is this normal?does it mean it's working or not

Accepted Answer

No: Regardless of the mechanism for your symptoms, you should stop it and ask your doctor to provide a substitute since there are several even better options for treating sinusitis.

Question 9

burning like sensation in part of the head can it be anxiety or sinusitis?

Accepted Answer

Both: You include no history or apparently take no meds but this group of complaints could be either. It is not possible to say based on what you have said. but the burning in the head is most likely viral. Anxiety can cause this also especially if you are a very jumpy person. See you doctor if persists.

Question 10

what do you recommend if i had an mri of my head, which showed i have severe sinusitis, would that cause all these symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Explanation: First of all, an MRI is not the best diagnostic test for sinusitis.  A CAT scan is.  Secondly, you do not tell us anything about your symptoms.  You state "would that cause all these symptoms".  Tell us what your symptoms are and then we can give you more advice.

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I know i have sinusitis. i also just got preseptal cellulitis. it doesn't look like a stye. there is no pus head. whole lid is swollen. the 2 linked?

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Can you have a sinus infection with no cold, drainage, cough? cat scan showed severe sinusitis, only symptom is facial/head pain, now on meds

A member asked:

Have pressure on bridge of nose over a yr now. worse at the end of the day/at night. no drainage/mucus. just dry nose. is this still sinusitis?

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Sinus pain to cheekbone. no drainage from nose, just stuffy. is it considered sinusitis? (no fever, had a cold a week ago)

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Pressure in face, nose, upper mouth when bending over. no sinus drainage. could it still be sinusitis? i have a deviated septum, could that cause it?

A member asked:

Will amoxcillin help if u have sinusitis? like stuffy nose, nausea, tired, hot, cough up stuff, loss of appetite a little, drainage? some drs say no.

A member asked:

Can sinusitis make your head feel like it weight 1, 000 pounds?

A member asked:

Took 2 doses cednifir for sinusitis. have tingling/ prickling/crawling sensations on top of my head. is this normal?does it mean it's working or not

A member asked:

Burning like sensation in part of the head can it be anxiety or sinusitis?

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What do you recommend if i had an mri of my head, which showed i have severe sinusitis, would that cause all these symptoms?

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