Introduction – What is sinusitis? Sinusitis is an infection or inflammation of the nasal sinuses. This inflammation starts when viruses or bacteria infect one’s sinuses. Due to this infection, excessive mucus builds up and irritates the sinuses. The lack of a proper passage to drain this extra mucus, leads to one’s nose to be blocked …
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Introduction – Difference between Decongestants and Antihistamines Decongestants and antihistamines are common forms of medication. They are generally used to treat nasal congestion (stuffy nose), sneezing and runny nose triggered by common colds and allergies. Decongestants can induce insomnia, while antihistamines make one drowsy. Both the medications are available as over-the-counter or prescription drugs. This …
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Introduction – Can nasal polyps cause sinus infections? Sinus infection has a tendency to trigger facial pain, breathing trouble or decreased sense of smell. The repeated episodes of sinus infection can disrupt one’s quality of life. To get effective treatment, it is crucial to figure out the cause of the sinus infection. One lesser known …
How does the sense of smell work? The sense of smell is a part of one’s chemical senses or chemosensory system. One has the ability to smell due to the presence of olfactory sensory neurons (specialized sensory cells). Every individual olfactory neuron has an odor receptor. The substances around one release microscopic molecules. These microscopic …
How does the nose work? The nose is an important part of one’s body as it connects the lungs to the atmosphere. The process of breathing starts in one’s nose. The air gets into one’s lungs through the nose. The nose helps in filtering, humidifying, warming or cooling the air that comes through it. This …
What is nose picking? Nose picking is quite similar to other repetitive habits like pimple popping or nail biting. Even though these behaviors are not clinically advisable, the chances of triggering a serious complication is relatively low. One may end up causing trauma to the fragile mucosa lining, if he/she has long fingernails or was …
Introduction Sinus infection or sinusitis is an inflammation of the tissue lining the sinuses. The sinuses are four paired hollow cavities within the bones between the eyes, behind cheekbones and in the forehead. They are joined by a narrow channel. The sinuses produce thin mucus that drains out of the passages of the nose and …
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Introduction to sinusitis and how it can disturb sleep Sinuses are hollow cavities within the bones between the eyes, behind the cheekbones and in the forehead. They produce mucus which aids in keeping the inside of one’s nose moist. In addition to this the mucus protects one’s nose from dust, allergens and pollutants by trapping …
What are nasal polyps? Nasal polyps can be defined as tender, painless and non cancerous growths that are found on the lining of one’s nasal passages and sinuses. They typically arise from chronic inflammation and are linked with asthma, recurring infection, allergies, drug sensitivity or certain immune disorders. Nasal polyps are usually soft and lack …
Nose and sinus As an organ of smell, the nose does the job of a pathway for air to pass in and out of the lungs. It also aids in warming, moistening and purifying the air before it enters the lungs. The sinuses on the other hand are four paired cavities in the head which …
Did you know? 1 in every 8 person suffer from Sinusitis. Sinuses can be chronic and hamper your quality of life. Book an appointment with SinusDoctor and get relief from Sinusitis.
