How is sinusitis commonly managed?
Managed with antibiotic treatment.
When might surgical therapy be needed for sinusitis?
Surgical therapy might be needed for children with chronic sinusitis.
What complications can occur with sinusitis?
Orbital cellulitis and intracranial infections, such as subdural empyemas.
What treatments are recommended for sinusitis?
• Normal saline nose drops/spray • Cool mist humidifier • Adequate oral fluid intake
What is the purpose of normal saline nose spray or nasal washes?
Helps to promote drainage.
What does sinusitis refer to?
A bacterial infection of the paranasal sinuses.
When can sinusitis occur?
After an upper respiratory infection or common cold.
What happens when discharge from the nose is blocked?
Bacteria may start to grow.
What is the common presentation of sinusitis?
Persistent signs and symptoms of a cold.
What symptoms may be present with sinusitis?
• Nasal discharge • Cough • Fever • Halitosis • Facial pain • Eyelid edema • Irritability • Poor appetite
How is sinusitis commonly managed?
Managed with antibiotic treatment.
When might surgical therapy be needed for sinusitis?
Surgical therapy might be needed for children with chronic sinusitis.
What complications can occur with sinusitis?
Orbital cellulitis and intracranial infections, such as subdural empyemas.
What treatments are recommended for sinusitis?
• Normal saline nose drops/spray • Cool mist humidifier • Adequate oral fluid intake
What is the purpose of normal saline nose spray or nasal washes?
Helps to promote drainage.
What does sinusitis refer to?
A bacterial infection of the paranasal sinuses.
When can sinusitis occur?
After an upper respiratory infection or common cold.
What happens when discharge from the nose is blocked?
Bacteria may start to grow.
What is the common presentation of sinusitis?
Persistent signs and symptoms of a cold.
What symptoms may be present with sinusitis?
• Nasal discharge • Cough • Fever • Halitosis • Facial pain • Eyelid edema • Irritability • Poor appetite
