This document discusses sinusitis, including the types of sinusitis, common symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment options, prevention strategies, and the role of telehealth services. Acute sinusitis is short-term and often follows a cold, while chronic sinusitis is long-term and can be due to allergies or other conditions. Symptoms include sore throat, stuffy or runny nose, headaches, and facial pain. Sinus infections are triggered by fluid trapped in the sinuses allowing germs to grow, and can be caused by viral or bacterial infections. Proper diagnosis requires visual checks, endoscopy, CT scans, and sometimes mucus cultures. Treatment options include antibiotics, corticosteroids, nasal was

2. 01.Types of Sinusitis
Acute Sinusitis
Short-term, often
following a cold.
Chronic Sinusitis
Long-term, possibly
due to allergies or
other conditions

3. 02.Common Symptoms
Sore throat
Stuffy or
Runny Nose
Headaches Facial Pain
03.Causes of Sinus Infections
Sinus infections
can be triggered by
fluid trapped in sinuses,
leading to germ growth.
Both viral and bacterial
infections can be culprits.

4. 04.Diagnosis Matters
Proper diagnosis is crucial.
This can involve visual checks,
endoscopy, CT scans, and sometimes
mucus cultures.

5. 05.Treatment Options
Antibiotics
Corticosteroids Nasal Washes Surgery
Nasal Sprays Antihistamines

6. 06.Prevention and Management
Avoiding Smoke
Vaccinations
Using a Clean Humidifier
Hand Washing

7. For initial assessments and convenient
access to medical advice, telehealth services
play a crucial role.
07.The Role of Telehealth
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