What Is a Sinus Infection?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
2. Sinusitis
The sinuses are lined with a delicate lining, and this lining can become prone to inflammation. When this occurs, it is a condition known as sinusitis. When these tissues become inflamed, the swelling can cause the sinuses to become blocked. Mucus can become trapped inside and begin to accumulate.
This also creates a haven for pathogens and infections can take hold. There are various potential causes of sinusitis, and it can affect people of all ages. Thankfully, the condition is not usually a serious one, and it is also usually fairly straightforward to treat. Some people will have surgery to expand their sinuses if they are particularly bothersome.
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