CHRONIC SINUSITIS- NEW PROCEDURE HELPS
WHAT IS SINUSITIS?
It is an inflammation of the sinus lining caused by bacterial/ viral & or microbial infections, as well as structural issues like blockages of the sinus opening ( ostium). If the ostium is closed, normal mucus drainage may not occur, leading to infection & inflammation of the sinuses.
Sinusitis is usually preceded by a cold, allergy attack or irritation from environmental pollutants. The resulting symptoms- nasal pressure, nasal congestion, a "runny nose"& fever- run their course in a few days. However, if symptoms persist, a bacterial infection or acute sinusitis may develop. If sinus occurs frequently or lasts 3 months or longer, it may lead to chronic sinusitis. In such cases, the mucous membranes of the nose, sinuses & throat becomes inflamed, possibly from pre-existing cold or allergies. Swelling obstructs the sinus openings & prevents normal mucus drainage, causing mucus & pressure to build up.
Treatment
Chronic sinusitis is treated primarily using medication. Patients who do not respond to medication such as anti-biotic, nasal steroids, or over the counter drugs for more than 12 weeks , may benefit from surgical intervention. The doctor will make the decision based on the symptoms, nasal endoscopy & on CT scanning of the sinuses.
A breakthrough procedure,called Balloon Sinuplasty is now available. Ensuring minimal bleeding & without cutting the normal structure, this procedure opens blocked sinus by restructuring the walls of the sinus passage. The procedure helps the drain mucus from the blocked sinus & restore normal sinus functioning.
Balloon Sinuplasty has a faster recovery time & provides long lasting results. Clinical data reveals that patients who underwent this procedure reported significant improvement & relief from symptoms & did not have any recurrence even after 2 years. Additionally, patients who do not et relief even after undergoing conventional surgical treatment can also try Balloon Sinuplasty.
It is an inflammation of the sinus lining caused by bacterial/ viral & or microbial infections, as well as structural issues like blockages of the sinus opening ( ostium). If the ostium is closed, normal mucus drainage may not occur, leading to infection & inflammation of the sinuses.
Sinusitis is usually preceded by a cold, allergy attack or irritation from environmental pollutants. The resulting symptoms- nasal pressure, nasal congestion, a "runny nose"& fever- run their course in a few days. However, if symptoms persist, a bacterial infection or acute sinusitis may develop. If sinus occurs frequently or lasts 3 months or longer, it may lead to chronic sinusitis. In such cases, the mucous membranes of the nose, sinuses & throat becomes inflamed, possibly from pre-existing cold or allergies. Swelling obstructs the sinus openings & prevents normal mucus drainage, causing mucus & pressure to build up.
Treatment
Chronic sinusitis is treated primarily using medication. Patients who do not respond to medication such as anti-biotic, nasal steroids, or over the counter drugs for more than 12 weeks , may benefit from surgical intervention. The doctor will make the decision based on the symptoms, nasal endoscopy & on CT scanning of the sinuses.
A breakthrough procedure,called Balloon Sinuplasty is now available. Ensuring minimal bleeding & without cutting the normal structure, this procedure opens blocked sinus by restructuring the walls of the sinus passage. The procedure helps the drain mucus from the blocked sinus & restore normal sinus functioning.
Balloon Sinuplasty has a faster recovery time & provides long lasting results. Clinical data reveals that patients who underwent this procedure reported significant improvement & relief from symptoms & did not have any recurrence even after 2 years. Additionally, patients who do not et relief even after undergoing conventional surgical treatment can also try Balloon Sinuplasty.
Labels: bacterial infections, Balloon Sinuplasty, infections, inflammation, mucus, sinus, surgery
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