Chronic Sinusitis

The paranasal sinuses are air spaces located above, below and behind the nasal cavity.  Colds and allergies frequently trigger sinus infections. Symptoms of sinusitis include nasal drainage, congestion, facial pressure, cough, headache and decreased sense of smell. Sinusitis becomes chronic when these symptoms do not clear or frequently recur.

The symptoms of chronic sinusitis are similar to those of allergies, viruses, and migraine headaches. An office evaluation including an endoscope and a CT scan of the sinuses is usually necessary to confirm the diagnosis.

Chronic sinusitis can be effectively treated with medication, allergy treatment as well as sinus surgery.

Call Northwest ENT Surgery Center and Pediatric and Adult Surgery Center at (770) 282-9149 to schedule an appointment today.