Sinusitis

Sinusitis is the inflammation and infection of the sinuses. The sinuses are hollow cavities (filled with air) in the bones of the face that communicate with the nose). The function of these sinuses is to humidify, filter and warm the air inspired by the nose.

The sinuses that most often cause sinusitis are the maxillary sinuses (located on both sides of the nose) that are formed at two years of age and the frontal (at the height of the eyebrows) that are formed after 8-10 years.

Causes

There are two types of sinusitis depending on the cause of the disease:

• The infectious It is caused by bacteria that infect and inflame the lining of the sinuses.
• The chronic it is an inflammation similar to bronchial asthma that can have an allergic cause.

In this section we will focus on the infectious sinusitis.

Symptoms

Sinusitis usually occurs after a long duration: more than seven days with purulent nasal mucus, bad breath, cough and nasal obstruction. Appear pain in the frontal area or in the cheekbone when pressure is exerted on them and fever may appear.

To carry out a correct diagnosis, one must be carried out.

Treatment

The pediatrician will prescribe an appropriate treatment for fight infection and decrease inflammation.

Must be taken antibiotic treatment to kill the bacteria that cause sinusitis. Nasal washes are recommended for the child to breathe better. Nasal decongestants can be used occasionally but not more than 3 or 4 days. They can also be used nasal anti-inflammatory drops (corticosteroids) and antihistamines (if the cause is allergic)

Antipyretics and pain relievers may be necessary to control fever and pain:.