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Rhinosinusitis Flashcards

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What is rhinosinusitis?

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Inflammation of the nose and paranasal sinuses

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What are the causes of rhinosinusitis?

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Viral
Bacterial
Fungal
Allergies
Autoimmune reactions
Deviations or obstructions of the nasal septum

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What is the clinical presentation of rhinosinusitis?

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Nasal congestion/bloakcage
Nasal discharge
Facial pain or heaviness
Reduced olfaction
Headache
Ear pain
Sore throat

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What are the differentials of rhinosinusitis?

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Common cold
Allergic rhinitis
Nasal polyps

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What investigations are used to diagnose rhinosinusitis?

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Nasal endoscopy
CT
Cultures - if bacterial sinusitis suspected

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What is the management of rhinosinusitis?

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Nasal saline irrigation
Analgesia
Intranasal corticosteroids

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What is the second line management of rhinosinusitis?

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High dose-nasal corticosteroids - 14 day course

Antibiotics reserved for persistent cases

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