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1. INTRODUCTION
SINUSITIS
Sinusitis is an inflammation or swelling of the tissue lining the sinuses. Healthy sinuses are filled
with air. But when they become blocked and filled with fluid, germs can grow and cause an
infection
or Sinusitis can be broadly defined as inflammation of one or more of the paranasal sinuses.
The nasal or paranasal sinuses are binds in the bones that surround's the nasal cavity. They play
important lightening the skull as well as warming and moisterring the air
The host defense system works
to keep this pathogen free in a number of ways. In an immunocompetent
host, secretory IgA and proper mucocilliary clearance through a patent
ostium prevent local mucosal damage.
2. PATHOGENESIS
When these sinuses are healthy, they are being filled up with air in the spaces, but when they are
not health they turned to filled up with fluid and become blocked which results in invasion of
germs causes infection or inflammation.
The origin of acute sinus infection is much like that of ear infection (Otitis Media), normally the
middle ear and the sinuses are sterile but the adjacent mouth and nose have a norma flora under
normal conditions very small hairs called cilia muce mucus along the lining of the nose and
respiratory tract keeping the sinuses clean.
when ciliary function is gamaged, infections can be established, following a common cold, a
decrease in ciliary function,may permit bacteria to remain on the mucous membrane surfaces
within the sinuses and to produce a punilent sinusitis and the organism induced is haemophilus
influenza, streptococcus pneumoniaae, staphylococcus aureus.
3. SITES WITH SPEICIFIC SYMPTOMS
Frontal sinusitis causes:
Pain across the lower forehead. Symptoms are worse when lying on the back
Maxillary sinusitis causes:
Pain over the cheeks that may travel to the teeth
Hard palate in the mouth sometimes becomes swollen
Symptoms are worse when head is upright
Ethmoid sinusitis causes:
Pain behind the eyes and sometimes redness and tenderness in the area across the top of the nose
4. Symptoms are worse when coughing, straining,
or lying on the back
Sphenoid sinusitis:
Rarely occurs by itself; when it does,
the pain maybe felt behind the eyes,
across the forehead, or in the face
Symptoms are worse when lying on the
back or bending forward
5. TYPES OF SINUSITIS
Acute symptoms last less than 4 weeks
Subacute symptoms last 4 to 8 weeks
Chronic symptoms last longer than 8 weeks
Recurrent three or more acute episodes a year
Acute sinusitis, also known as a sinus infection or rhinosinusitis, refers to inflammation and
infection in one or more of the paranasal sinuses.
Acute bacterial sinusitis generally occurs after symptoms have persisted for 7 to 10 days.
It often occurs after a cold, when mucus gets trapped in inflamed sinuses and does not drain
properly. This condition encourages bacterial growth, or rarely fungal growth, that can lead to
infection.
6. CAUSES
Sinusitis affects is one of the most common reasons people visit the doctor.
It is acute when in the early stages, from 1 to 4 weeks
after symptoms start. Subacute or chronic sinusitis has symptoms that last longer than 1 month.
Chronic sinusitis is a common condition in which the cavities around nasal passages (sinuses)
become inflamed and swollen for at least 12 weeks, despite treatment attempts.
Also known as chronic rhinosinusitis, this condition interferes with drainage and causes mucus
buildup. Breathing through your nose might be difficult. The area around your eyes and face might
feel swollen, and you might have facial pain or tenderness.
Chronic sinusitis can be brought on by an infection, by growths in the sinuses (nasal polyps) or by
a deviated nasal septum. The condition most commonly affects young and middle-aged adults, but
it also can affect children.
7. Causes cont
Common causes of chronic sinusitis include:
Nasal polyps. These tissue growths can block the nasal passages or sinuses.
Deviated nasal septum. A crooked septum — the wall between the nostrils — may restrict or block
sinus passages.
Other medical conditions. The complications of cystic fibrosis, gastroesophageal reflux, or HIV and
other immune system-related diseases can result in nasal blockage.
Respiratory tract infections. Infections in your respiratory tract — most commonly colds — can
inflame and thicken your sinus membranes and block mucus drainage. These infections can be
viral, bacterial or fungal.
Allergies such as hay fever. Inflammation that occurs with allergies can block your sinuses.
8. Clinical presentation
At least two of the four primary signs and symptoms of chronic sinusitis must be present with
confirmation of nasal inflammation for a diagnosis of the condition. They are:
Thick, discolored discharge from the nose or drainage down the back of the throat (postnasal
drainage)
Nasal obstruction or congestion, causing difficulty breathing through your nose
Pain, tenderness and swelling around your eyes, cheeks, nose or forehead
Reduced sense of smell and taste in adults or cough in children
Other signs and symptoms can include:
Ear pain
9. Aching in your upper jaw and teeth
Cough that might worsen at night
Sore throat
Bad breath (halitosis)
Fatigue or irritability
Nausea
Chronic sinusitis and acute sinusitis have similar signs and symptoms, but acute sinusitis is a
temporary infection of the sinuses often associated with a cold. The signs and symptoms of
chronic sinusitis last longer and often cause more fatigue. Fever isn't a common sign of chronic
sinusitis, but you might have one with acute sinusitis.
Rare complications of sinusitis can produce additional symptoms, which may be severe or even life
threatening
10. RISK FACTORS
You're at increased risk of getting chronic or recurrent sinusitis if you have:
A nasal passage abnormality, such as a deviated nasal septum or nasal polyps
Asthma, which is highly connected to chronic sinusitis
Aspirin sensitivity that causes respiratory symptoms
An immune system disorder, such as HIV/AIDS or cystic fibrosis
Hay fever or another allergic condition that affects your sinuses
Regular exposure to pollutants such as cigarette smoke
11. PREVENTION
Avoid upper respiratory infections. Minimize contact with people who have colds. Wash your
hands frequently with soap and water, especially before meals.
Manage your allergies. Work with your doctor to keep symptoms under control.
Avoid cigarette smoke and polluted air. Tobacco smoke and air contaminants can irritate and
inflame your lungs and nasal passages.
Use a humidifier. If the air in your home is dry, such as it is if you have forced hot air heat, adding
moisture to the air may help prevent sinusitis. Be sure to keep the humidifier clean and free of
mold with regular, thorough cleaning.
12. INVESTIGATIONS
For sinusitis lasting more than 12 weeks, criteria are lacking.
A CT scan.
Nasal endoscopy,
clinical symptoms
A tissue sample for histology and cultures can also be used.
Multiple biopsy is informative to confirm the diagnosis.
Nasal endoscopy involves inserting a flexible fiber-optic tube with a light and camera at its tip into
the nose to examine the nasal passages and sinuses. This is generally a completely painless
procedure which takes between 5 to 10 minutes to complete.
13. Treatment in acute sinusitis
Conservative measures
ibuprofen can relieve some of the symptoms associated with sinusitis, such as headaches,
pressure, fatigue and pain.
Nasal irrigation using a warm saline solution may also be effective.
Antibiotics
Evidence indicates that first line antibiotics amoxicillin are extremely effective in treating acute
sinusitis.
The vast majority of cases resolve without antibiotics, however if the symptoms are prolonged
amoxicillin is a reasonable first choice with amoxicillin (Augmentin) being indicated for patients
who fail amoxicillin alone.
doxycycline, is used in patients who are allergic to penicillins.
Corticosteroids
14. Treatment In chronic sinusitis
Conservative measures
Nasal irrigation may help with symptoms of chronic sinusitis.
Medical approaches
Surgical treatment
For chronic or recurring sinusitis, nasal surgery. However, for most patients the surgical approach
is not superior to appropriate medical treatment. Surgery should only be considered for those
patients who do not experience sufficient relief from optimal medication.
endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS), whereby normal clearance from the sinuses is restored by
removing the anatomical and pathological obstructive variations that predispose to sinusitis. This
replaces prior open techniques requiring facial or oral incisions and refocuses the technique to the
natural openings of the sinuses instead of promoting drainage by gravity, the idea upon which the
Caldwell-Luc surgery was based.
15. Treatment Cont
A number of surgical approaches can be used to access the sinuses and these have generally
shifted from external/extranasal approaches to intranasal endoscopic ones. The benefit of the
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery FESS is its ability to allow for a more targeted approach to
the affected sinuses, reducing tissue disruption, and minimizing post-operative complications.
For persistent symptoms Caldwell-Luc radical antrostomy (e.g. incision in the upper gum,
opening in the anterior wall of the antrum, removal of the entire diseased maxillary sinus mucosa
and drainage is allowed into inferior or middle meatus by creating a large window in the lateral
nasal wall.)
16. COMPLICATIONS
Chronic sinusitis complications include:
Meningitis. This infection causes inflammation of the membranes and fluid surrounding your
brain and spinal cord.
Other infections. Uncommonly, infection can spread to the bones (osteomyelitis) or skin
(cellulitis).
Partial or complete loss of sense of smell. Nasal obstruction and inflammation of the nerve for
smell (olfactory nerve) can cause temporary or permanent loss of smell.
Vision problems. If infection spreads to your eye socket, it can cause reduced vision or even
blindness that can be permanent.
17. REFERENCE
1. American Academy of Pediatrics (2001): Subcommittee on Management of Sinusitis and Committee
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