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Get to know ‘sinusitis’, symptoms of stuffy nose, runny nose, mucus in the throat, cough, pain in the face or head. Some people will smell a bad odor from inside their nose. If not treated quickly There may be complications that spread to the eyes and brain.

At present, the weather is variable and full ofpollution Causing the body to adapt in time Until sometimes they easily get the flu and various symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, and mucus follow. Many people may also experience pain in the head, face, eye sockets, and cheekbones. which may be a symptom of ‘Sinusitis’ with similar symptomsflubut more severe And if not treated quickly, complications may occur.

What is ‘Sinusitis’?

sinus It is an air pocket in the skull around the nose that helps reduce the weight of the skull from being too heavy. If the sinus lining is stimulated by dust, germs, pollution, toxins, or other factors, it will cause the sinuses to become inflamed. Patients with sinusitis often have symptoms.Stuffy nose, runny nose Mucus in the throat, coughing, pain in the face or head, decreased sense of smell, and in some people, a bad smell coming from inside the nose.

Today, Asst. Prof. Dr. Kawinyarat Chitrarun, a specialist in the field of Otorhinology and Allergy, Ear, Nose and Throat Center Wimut Hospital Explain that people are often confused betweenfluwith sinusitis because they have similar symptoms Especially acute sinusitis that usually occurs after a cold. Or when the symptoms of a cold start to improve but suddenly the symptoms become more serious. And there may be pain in the face. Unusual smell coming from inside the nose Mucus in the throat and green mucus are also present.

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Factors that cause sinusitis

sinusitis It can be caused by many reasons, such as infection from viruses, bacteria, or fungi, tooth decay that causes the infection to spread into the sinuses.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Kawinyarat Explain further about the factors that cause the disease that in the case of acute sinusitis it is usually caused by infection. Then there is inflammation in the sinus area. But in the case of chronic sinusitis, there are many contributing factors. The main cause is allergic rhinitis. Imbalance of immunity and environment and increased pollution at present

‘Sinusitis’ should be treated quickly before complications spread to the eyes and brain.

Complications in patients with sinus disease often occur in patients with weakened immune systems, the elderly, and those with diabetes. and patients receiving immunosuppressive drugs, etc. The infection may spread into the eyes, causing swollen eyes, blurred vision, double vision, or blindness. And in cases where it has spread to the brain It will cause an infection in the meninges or a brain abscess. People who suffer from sinusitis should treat their symptoms well before they are at risk of complications.

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PM 2.5 is dangerous to the respiratory system – risks chronic sinusitis.

PM 2.5 It is a small dust particle that when we inhale it affects both the upper and lower respiratory systems. People who encounter a lot of PM 2.5 will cause the mucous membranes.Respiratory tractWeak, easily inflamed, and stimulates more severe allergic reactions. Increases the chance of getting sick with sinusitis.

In addition, being in an environment with a high level of PM 2.5 will cause more bad bacteria to accumulate in the sinus mucosa. Replacing the resident bacteria that originally lived in the sinus cavity Causes the mucosa of the respiratory tract to secrete substances to resist. This is often harmful to the respiratory mucosa. Resulting in inflammation And can lead to chronic sinusitis. Doctors at Wimut Hospital recommend wearing a mask to protect from dust. And avoid doing outdoor activities on days when the dust level exceeds the standard.

How to care for sinusitis

acute sinusitis Which is mostly caused by infection. Can be treated with antibiotics. and give medication to reduce swelling as appropriate for each person Chronic sinusitis There are many forms of treatment available, depending on the symptoms, such as rinsing the nose with saline. Inject steroid medication Take antibiotics and sinus surgery with an endoscope. In addition, if treating symptoms of other diseases that stimulate inflammation and infection of the sinuses, such as tooth decay, allergic rhinitis It can help reduce symptoms that occur.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Kawinyarat Explain additional methods of treatment in the case of patients with certain types of sinusitis, such as sinusitis that cannot be cured with medicine. Chronic sinusitis with complications Fungal sinusitis Chronic sinusitis with rhinitis Doctors may consider using surgical treatment. Currently, there is a technology for sinus surgery called Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS), which is sinus surgery using an endoscope. with no wounds on the face As for which sinus? Cut a lot or a little? It depends on each person’s disease.

“Currently we are faced with both pollution and climate change. This may put you at risk for sinusitis. Therefore we must maintain good health. Strengthen your immune system by eating nutritious foods. Get enough rest. And do not stay in places with a lot of dust. Avoid allergens that you are allergic to. To avoid factors that provoke sinus inflammation and protect our respiratory system” Asst. Prof. Dr. Kawinyarat Concluding remarks

2023-12-19 09:45:00

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