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Can sinusitis or sinus congestion lead to some odd visual problems?
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Yes it can: If sinusitis causes external pressure on the optic nerve, you can get visual changes.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Yes: It is possible for sinus problems to effect your vision as the sinuses are adjacent to the eye socket. See your ENT and ophthalmologist for evaluation.
Answered 9/28/2016
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