Sinusitis Flashcards
1
Q
What are the signs of acute sinusitis?
A
facial pain
discharge
blockage
2
Q
What constitutes acute sinusitis?
A
less than 12 weeks
3
Q
What causes acute sinusitis?
A
98% viral
4
Q
What is the treatment of acute sinusitis?
A
analgeasia and decongestants
if worse/persisting = antibiotic
5
Q
What are the complications of sinusitis?
A
can spread to cavernous sinus and cause a thrombosis
can spread to the orbit
6
Q
How is sinusitis investigated?
A
examination
XRAYS ARE POINTLESS
7
Q
Why is a unilateral sinus swelling and nose dripping worrying?
A
could be a nasal or paranasal tumour
8
Q
Why is a unilateral sinus swelling and nose dripping worrying?
A
could be a nasal or paranasal tumour
