Inflammation of the sinuses of the nose

Scientists find it difficult to explain precisely the functions of the sinuses of the nose. But the inflammation of the sinuses of the nose has become quite common. Its mild form is diagnosed practically in every person who has had a cold.

Forms of inflammation of the sinuses of the nose

Inside the sinuses of the nose are completely covered with a gentle mucous tissue. Slime produced by the latter is considered one of the most effective barriers to infection. Due to it, the nose is constantly moisturized.

Depending on which sinuses are inflamed (and there are only four in the nose) is diagnosed:

• sinusitis - inflammation of the maxillary sinus;
• sphenoiditis - a disease of the sphenoid sinus;
• etmoiditis - inflammation of the sinus sinuses;
• frontal - inflammation of the frontal sinus of the nose.

These inflammations are extremely unpleasant. And if you do not pay attention to it in time, illnesses can develop into a chronic form, as a result of which the struggle against them will become much more complicated.

Symptoms of sinus inflammation

Self diagnosis of sinusitis, frontal, sphenoiditis or etmoiditis is very difficult. All these forms of inflammation are manifested by similar symptoms, which look like this:

• edema of the mucosa;
• labored breathing;
• headache;
• the appearance of a greenish hue;
• conjunctivitis;
• problems with digestion;
• elevated temperature;
• swelling of the eyelids;
• protrusion of eyeballs;
• photophobia.

Depending on the form and stage of the disease, the symptoms of inflammation of the paranasal sinuses may differ. The main difference between the disease and the common cold is that, with inflammation, only the affected sinus of the nose remains. The other nostril breathes freely at the same time.

Than to treat an inflammation of sinuses of a nose?

To begin treatment, first of all, you need to determine the form and cause of the disease. This requires detailed diagnostics. In most cases, the main tasks of treatment are sinus anesthesia, cleansing them of mucus and pus, and also eliminating the infection:

1. Inflammation of the sinuses in the acute form should be treated with antibiotics in tablets, injections or in the form of drops and sprays.
2. At the stage of recovery are extremely effective physiotherapy (electrophoresis, UHF ).
3. When all conservative methods are powerless, it is necessary to seek the help of surgeons. The operation will free the nasal passages and greatly facilitate the breathing of the patient.