Currently, the weather is unstable and full of pollution. Causing the body to adapt in time To the point that sometimes it’s easy to get sick with the flu. and various symptoms including coughing, sneezing, and mucus follow. Many people may also experience lingering pain in the head, face, eye sockets, and cheekbones. which may be a symptom of ‘Sinusitis’ with symptoms similar to the flu but more severe And if not treated quickly, complications may occur. Today, Asst. Prof. Kawinyarat Chitrarun, a specialist in Otorhinology and Allergy, Ear, Nose and Throat Center, Wimut Hospital will tell you about the dangers of the disease. sinusitis Ready to tell you the risk factors So that we can prevent and receive treatment. Get it in time before symptoms become serious without realizing it.
‘Sinusitis’ What is
sinus is the air cavity in the skull surrounding A nose that reduces the weight of the skull from being too heavy. If the sinus mucosa is stimulated by dust, germs, pollution, toxins, or other factors It will cause the sinus to become inflamed by the patient. sinusitis They often have symptoms of a stuffy nose, runny nose, mucus in the throat, coughing, pain in the face or head, decreased sense of smell, and in some people a bad smell coming from inside the nose. Asst. Prof. Dr. Kawinyarat Explain further that “People often confuse the flu with sinusitis. because they have similar symptoms Especially acute sinusitis that usually occurs after a cold. Or when the symptoms of a cold start to improve but suddenly the symptoms become more serious. And there may be pain in the face. Unusual smell coming from inside the nose There is also mucus in the throat and green mucus.”
Factors that cause sinusitis
sinusitis It can be caused by many reasons, such as infection from viruses, bacteria, or fungi, tooth decay that causes the infection to spread into the sinuses. In the case of acute sinusitis, it is usually caused by an infection. Then there is inflammation in the area. sinus But in the case of chronic sinusitis, there are many contributing factors. The main cause is allergic rhinitis. Imbalance of immunity and environment and increased pollution at present
‘Sinusitis’ If you have it, hurry and get treatment before complications spread to your eyes and brain.
Complications in disease patients sinus It often occurs in patients with low immunity, the elderly, and people with diabetes. and patients receiving immunosuppressive drugs, etc. The infection may spread into the eyes, causing swollen eyes, blurred vision, double vision, or blindness. And in cases where it has spread to the brain It will cause an infection in the meninges or a brain abscess. person who is sick sinusitis Therefore, symptoms should be treated well before they become dangerous from complications.
Doctors warn that PM2.5 is dangerous to the respiratory system and risks chronic sinusitis.
PM2.5 is a small dust particle. Which when we inhale it, it affects both the upper and lower respiratory systems. People who encounter a lot of PM2.5 will make the respiratory mucosa weak, easily inflamed, and stimulate more severe allergic reactions. Increases the chance of getting sick with sinusitis. In addition, being in an environment with high PM2.5 will cause more bad bacteria to accumulate in the sinus mucosa. Replacing the resident bacteria that originally lived in the sinus cavity Causes the mucosa of the respiratory tract to secrete substances to resist. This is often harmful to the respiratory mucosa. Resulting in inflammation and can lead to chronic sinusitis as well The doctor recommended wearing a mask to protect from dust particles. And avoid doing outdoor activities on days when the dust level exceeds the standard.
How to care for sinusitis
sinusitisAcute, which is mostly caused by infection Can be treated with antibiotics. and give medication to reduce swelling as appropriate for each person Chronic sinusitis There are many forms of treatment available, depending on the symptoms, such as rinsing the nose with saline. Inject steroid medication Taking antibiotics and having surgery sinus with an endoscope. In addition, if treating symptoms of other diseases that stimulate inflammation and infection of the sinuses, such as tooth decay, allergic rhinitis It can help reduce symptoms that occur.
In the case of the patient sinusitis Some types such as sinusitis that cannot be cured with medicine Chronic sinusitis with complications Fungal sinusitis Chronic sinusitis with rhinitis Doctors may consider using surgical treatment. Currently, there is a technology for sinus surgery called Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS), which is sinus surgery using an endoscope. with no wounds on the face As for which sinus? Cut a lot or a little? It depends on each person’s disease.
“Currently we are faced with both pollution and climate change. This may cause you to be at risk for disease. sinusitis Yes, we must maintain good health. Strengthen your immune system by eating nutritious foods. Get enough rest. and not in a place with a lot of dust Avoid allergens to which you are allergic. To avoid factors that stimulate inflammation. sinus and protect our respiratory system” Asst. Prof. Dr. Kawinyarat Concluding remarks
2024-01-05 17:17:00
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