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Symptoms of Rhinitis
Rhinitis produces a recognizable cluster of symptoms centered on inflammation of the nasal lining: stuffy or runny nose, sneezing, itching, and postnasal drainage . These symptoms arise because the tissues inside the nose react…
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What is Rhinitis
Rhinitis is inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the nasal cavity. The condition affects the nose, especially the nasal passages, where swollen blood vessels, irritated nerve endings, and increased mucus production alter normal airflow…
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FAQ about Sinusitis
This FAQ explains sinusitis in clear, practical terms. It covers what the condition is, why it happens, how it is diagnosed, what treatment usually involves, and what people should know about recovery, prevention, and…
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Prevention of Sinusitis
Sinusitis, inflammation of the mucosal lining of the paranasal sinuses, can sometimes be prevented, but not completely eliminated in every case. Its development depends on a combination of structural, infectious, allergic, and environmental factors…
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Diagnosis of Sinusitis
Sinusitis is diagnosed by combining the patient’s symptoms, physical examination findings, and, when needed, targeted tests that show inflammation or infection in the paranasal sinuses. The condition involves swelling of the mucosal lining inside…
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Treatment for Sinusitis
What treatments are used for Sinusitis? Treatment commonly includes measures to reduce inflammation and swelling in the sinus lining, improve drainage of mucus, control infection when present, and relieve pain or pressure. Depending on…
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Causes of Sinusitis
What causes sinusitis? In most cases, sinusitis develops when the normal drainage and ventilation of the paranasal sinuses are disrupted, allowing the lining of the sinuses to become inflamed and mucus to accumulate. The…