Sinusitis resident survival guide (pediatrics)

Resident Survival Guide

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:

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Sinusitis resident survival guide (pediatrics) Microchapters
Overview
Causes
FIRE
Diagnosis
Treatment
Do's
Don'ts

Overview

Since inflammation of the sinuses rarely occurs without concurrent inflammation of the nasal mucosa, the term "rhinosinusitis" is preferred to "sinusitis" which is defined as inflammation of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses. Infections in the respiratory tract — most commonly colds — can inflame and thicken in sinus membranes and block mucus drainage. These infections can be viral, bacterial, or fungal.

=Causes

Common Causes

• A viral infection
• Bacterial infection
• Fungal infection
• Allergic sinusitis
• Nasal polyps
• Deviated nasal septum
• Immune system-related diseases can lead to nasal blockage
• A dental infection
• Aspirin sensitivity
• Prolonged intubation lead to nosocomial bacterial sinusitis

Complete Diagnostic Approach

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Purulent anterior nasal discharge Purulent or discolored posterior nasal discharge Nasal congestion or obstruction Facial congestion or fullness Hyposmia or anosmia Fever Headache Ear pain, pressure, or fullness Halitosis Dental pain Fatigue

Treatment

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Do's

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Don'ts

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