Question 1

what is sinusitis?

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Inflammation: Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinuses (in your head and face).  It can be caused by infection or allergies, but usually a virus.  Antibiotics don't have benefit for most people with sinusitis (they usually resolve on their own in 10-14 days). Things like neti pots, Ibuprofen and decongestants help with the symptoms.  Antibiotics used improperly just cause yeast infections and resistant bugs.

Question 2

what is sinusitis a risk factor for?

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Sinusitis is a risk factor for::   Brain abscess, Churg Strauss syndrome, Orbital cellulitis, Stress headache, Bad breath, Post nasal drip.

Question 3

what is chronic sinusitis?

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Chronic inflammation: The lining to the sinuses is specialized to produce mucous. There are also microscopic "hair cells" called cilia that move the mucous to the sinus opening so it can drain. Chronic sinusitis is injury to the sinus lining (repeat infections or one long one) that damages the sinuses ability to do what it normally does. This promotes infection and blockage. Pain and stuffiness result.

Question 4

what is recurrent sinusitis?

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Repeated infections: Recurrent sinusitis is repeated infections. A recurrent infection is one that is treated and symptoms resolve with a "re-start" weeks to months after the initial treatment. Chronic sinusitis is an infection that has lasted more than 8-12 weeks. Indications for surgery are: >= 4 infections/year or chronic sinusitis with symptoms and ct scan findings correlating with symptoms.

Question 5

can you tell me what is chronic sinusitis and is it serious?

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Chronic inflammation: It is a chronic inflammation of the nasal and sinus cavities that results in recurrent sinus infections, nasal congestion, postnasal drip, sinus pain/pressure, cough and often nasal discharge. It can be caused by various things like allergies, smoking, bacteria, various fumes, etc.  It is serious because it makes one miserable and can lead to more serious lung, eye and brain infections.

Question 6

what is acute sinusitis?

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Sinus infection: Its the term for a sinus infection. It can be viral or bacterial commonly.

Question 7

i have been also experiencing burning  sensations in the back of my head.  i noticed a small knot as well, maybe a cyst, ?  what is this sinusitis?

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Probably not: Trauma (blow) to the region would give you a bump.  Other causes can include inflammation, tumor (most likely benign),  but it does not sound like sinusitis.  Consult your pcp.

Question 8

what is difference between sinusitis and allergic sinusitis? what is the age when u can develop sinusitis?can it develop at any age?

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Sinusitis: Allergic sinusitis or rhinosinusitis means that the changes are not from a bacterial infection but the term of allergic sinusitis is vague unless referred to as allergic fungal sinusitis.  Acute sinusitis may be caused by a viral or bacterial infection but chronic usually involves a bacterial infection. Sinusitis may occur at any age but many sinuses do not develop until after early infancy.

Question 9

what is antibiotic of sinusitis?

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Many: Amoxicillin, azithromycin, bactrim, augmentin, (amoxicillin and clavulanate) ciprofloxacin, levaquin, etc.

Question 10

what is bilaterlal maxillary sinusitis?

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Both sinuses sick: Bi lateral means occurring on both sides equally.
Sinusitis means an infection of the sinus
The Maxillary sinus is the lined boney air space beside the nose and beneath the eye.  It can get infected easily, particularly when it is dry, and you are exposed to cigarette smoke for example. 
If you have sinusitis please see an Ear Nose and Throat specialist and follow their instructions.

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