Rhinosinusitis Flashcards
1
Q
rhinosinusitis
A
inflmtn of nasal passages and sinuses that drain into those passages
acute, subacute, or chronic
2
Q
etiology
A
sinuses drain through ostia, but in RS the ostia is obstructed d/t:
- viral or bacterial infection
- allergy
- nasal polyps
3
Q
manifestations
A
- similar to cold
- headache, fever, nasal discharge
- facial pain
4
Q
diagnosis
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- Hx, Px (exam of nose and throat)
- XR and CT for chronic cases
5
Q
treatment
A
- topical steroids
- abx?
- mucolytic agents
- symptomatic management
