should i go to er for chronic sinusitis?

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Answer 1

No...: unless there is acute changes in your symptoms and/or pain level. the ER is not really equipped to handle chronic problems, but rather, it is designed for emergency cases.

Answer 2

I would not: Chronic sinusitis is an inflammation by definition that has been present for at least 90 days and at that point an antibiotic is unlikely to be of any help. If you mean acute sinusitis, it is most likely that you will be placed blindly on an antibiotic. With the tremendous increase in antibiotic resistant bacteria, the indiscriminate use of an antibiotic in the absence of a culture is not good

Answer 3

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.

Answer 4

Chronic sinusitis: Chronis sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinus cavities that does not resolve and flares up from time to time. It can be caused by allergies and/or repeated infections and may result in chronic nasal congestion, lack of sense of smell, headaches and facila pain, etc.

Answer 5

Greater than 90 days: The actual definition of chronic sinusitis is that it last for more than 90 days. If the classical symptoms of sinusitis last for more than this period of time, you must seek advice from an ENT doctor.

Answer 6

Sinusitis: Chronic or recurrent sinusitis is a prolonged/ re- occurring infection of the sinus lining. May cause headaches, nasal discharge, may be purulent, fever, nasal obstruction etc.

Answer 7

Chronic Sinusitis: Chronic sinusitis is "inflammation" of the sinus linings for 3 months or longer. Infection can be present, but chronic sinusitis can also be swelling in the absence of infection. Many causes may contribute to chronic sinusitis, including environmental exposures, allergies, recurrent infections, and a person's own bodily function (i.e, immune system, genetics, anatomy, etc.)

Answer 8

Reduce inflammation: The only way to get rid 1 reduce inflammation 2keep your nasal passages draining 3 eliminate the underlying cause 4reduce the number of flare ups you can be prescribed following medicines 1 nasal corticisteroids to reduce inflamation 2saline nasal irrigation 3oral/injectable steroids 4 oral decongestants if not contraindicated 5antibiotics sometimes if bacterial for14da 6 i mmunotherapy 7 surgery.

Answer 9

Sinusitis or not?: First need correct diagnosis is it really chronic sinusitis versus chronic allergic rhinitis? All in the history & symptoms, if mainly constant congestion, clear drainage from nose, front or back, itchy eyes, sneezing, then it's likely allergies which needs to be evaluated. If congestion accompanied by pressure-pain in the face and discolored drainage from nose, then it's likely sinusit.

Answer 10

Depends: Chronic sinusitis treatment is comples. First is sinus hygiene with daily saline washes, but also undestanding the extent of the disease with a ct scan and underlying triggers, such as allergies. Recommend seeing an allergist for testing and evaluation.

Answer 11

Sinusitis: Greetings. The treatment of choice in my practice for chronic sinusitis would be an antibiotic, possibly a steroid medication, a nasal spray and a follow up visit after the medication has been completed. Further evaluation such as a nasal endoscopy or ct scan may be helpful to check for recovery.

Answer 12

Er for Sinuses: Not a great idea. ER's are to evaluate and treat emergencies. You will most likely not find out what is truly wrong with you. Will be given an antibiotic you probably do not need and be rather frustated by the whole experience. As long as you have no medical reasons not to take them, an OTC pain reliver per label directions, a decongestant by label directions and OTC allergy med a good start.

Answer 13

What is the question: If you go to the ER for chronic sinusitis, you will probably receive an antibiotic. Chronic sinusitis by definition is sinus inflammation that has been present for over 90 days. I would not recommend the ER for help but see an ENT doctor for appropriate and specific help.

Answer 14

Not common but: Not rare either. In my own patient population (most of them have allergic or immune problem), chronic sinusitis accounts for about 1% of the visits. The incidence is likely much lower in the general population. If you do have it and the CT did not show obstruction at the sinus openings (ostia), you should consider getting an allergy and possibly an immune evaluation.

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