Before we start discussing about sinuses disease, you need to understand what is sinuses. It is a cavity within a bone of the face or skull connecting with the nasal cavity. When the tissue lining that cavity swell, the condition is called sinusitis. Usually, the cavity will be filled with air, but during sinusitis, it could get filled with fluid or germs and can lead to infection. Some people usually get sinusitis problem during winters, the conditions that cause this problem are:
- Common cold
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Nasal Polyps
- Deviated septum
What are the different Types of Sinusitis?
- Acute
This type of sinusitis would usually occur after during cold. If cold or any similar symptom lasts for more than 10 to 14 days then it might lead to acute sinusitis. Acute sinusitis usually lasts for about 4 weeks. With proper medication and doctor’s advice, the problem could be solved before that period.
- Subacute
If the sinusitis lasts for more than 4 weeks, then it would be considered as a subacute sinusitis. Sinusitis should not be taken lightly, and if suffering from subacute sinusitis, then it is definitely time to consult a doctor if not done already.
- Chornic
If the problem elongates for more than 8 weeks, then it is considered as Chronic sinusitis. Usually, people suffer from chronic sinusitis during winters, as that’s usually the time to be suffering from cold that can extend over a long period.
- Recurrent
This could be because of hereditary problems or because of some other allergy or infection. If sinusitis occurs regularly during a year, then it is considered to be recurrent sinusitis. During recurring sinusitis, doctors would usually prescribe precautions and medications or inhalations that can be used to get relief.
Can You be Affected with Sinusitis?
We have already mentioned general conditions that can lead to sinusitis. So if you suffer from any of those, then there are good chances that it can lead to sinusitis. People usually don’t take common cold seriously, and seldom don’t consult doctors. That could be a big factor to lead to sinusitis.
- If the inner membrane of the nose swells as a result of common cold, then it could lead to sinus.
- If the nasal ducts gets blocked
- If the immune system becomes weak leading to increased chances of germ infection.
In general, if due to common cold your nasal passage gets blocked, then there are increased chances of getting affected with sinusitis.