Chronic Sinusitis Treatment

If you have nasal congestion, facial pressure, cough, and thick nasal discharge, you may have chronic sinusitis. We can diagnose and treat your sinusitis quickly, painlessly, and effectively.

Your sinuses are hollow cavities within your cheekbones, around your eyes, and behind your nose. They contain mucus, which helps to warm, moisten and filter the air you breathe. When something blocks the mucus from draining normally, an infection can occur. Your infection may acute or chronic: acute sinusitis refers to sinusitis symptoms lasting less than four weeks.

Most cases begin as a common cold. Symptoms often go away within a week to 10 days; but in some people, a bacterial infection develops. Chronic sinusitis, also referred to as chronic rhinosinusitis, is often diagnosed when symptoms have gone on for more than several months, despite medical treatment.

People with seasonal and indoor allergies may be more likely to suffer from chronic sinusitis. This is because the airways are more likely to become inflamed when allergic rhinitis or asthma are present. There are other causes of sinusitis including infection, deviated nasal septum, nasal polyps, or in rare cases an immune system deficiency.

What are the symptoms?

One or more of the following may occur:

  • A runny nose (the discharge may be greenish and/ or yellow)
  • A reduced sense of smell
  • Pain over the affected sinus – in many cases, it is more of a feeling of facial fullness or mild discomfort rather than pain
  • Chronic headaches
  • Chronic bad breath
  • A feeling that you have a toothache
  • Chronic cough (especially upon waking)
  • A feeling of pressure or fullness in the ears
  • Chronic exhaustion

In children, symptoms may include:

  • Chronic earaches
  • Irritability
  • Snoring
  • Mouth breathing
  • Feeding difficulty
  • Nasal speech
Our experienced allergy providers at Schweiger Dermatology Group provide comprehensive allergy care and can create an effective treatment plan personalized just for you. Schedule an appointment today.

About Schweiger Dermatology Group

At Schweiger Dermatology Group, we believe no one should wait to feel confident in their own skin. That's why we're committed to delivering The Ultimate Patient Experience—expert care that's fast, compassionate, and seamless. Founded by Dr. Eric Schweiger in 2010 to eliminate long wait times for high quality dermatologists, we've grown into the nation's leading dermatology practice, with hundreds of locations across the country and millions of satisfied patients. We offer medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology, as well as allergy services—in modern, state-of-the-art offices. Most new patients are seen within days, and we accept most insurances and handle billing for you. Whether it's a skin concern or a cosmetic goal, we make it easy to get the care you need—without the wait.