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Chronic sinusitis
A common condition in which the cavities (facial sinuses) around the nasal passages become inflamed and swollen for at least 12 weeks. Also known as chronic rhinosinusitis, this condition causes mucus to build up in the facial sinuses.
Is a type of:Sinusitis
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Baby0-2 | Common | ||||
| Preteen6-13 | Very common | ||||
| Teenager14-18 | Very common | ||||
| Young adult19-40 | Very common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Very common |
Body locations
Face, Head
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