sinusitis
/,sainə'saitis/
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Definition
- Noun:
- Inflammation of a sinus: Specifically, sinusitis is the inflammation or swelling of the tissue lining the paranasal sinuses. These are the air-filled spaces within the bones around the nose.
Usage
- Noun:
- Sinusitis is a common condition that can cause facial pain and nasal congestion.
- Acute sinusitis often follows a cold, while chronic sinusitis can last for months.
Examples
- Noun:
- The doctor diagnosed her with sinusitis after she complained of pressure around her eyes.
- Antibiotics are sometimes prescribed for bacterial sinusitis.
Advanced Usage
"Chronic sinusitis": A long-term inflammation of the sinuses, often lasting 12 weeks or more despite treatment attempts.
- He suffers from chronic sinusitis and requires ongoing management.
"Acute sinusitis": A temporary inflammation of the sinuses, often caused by a viral infection like the common cold.
- Most cases of acute sinusitis resolve on their own.
Variants and Related Words
Sinus (n): A cavity within a bone or other tissue, especially one in the bones of the face or skull connecting with the nasal cavities.
- The maxillary sinus is located below the eyes.
Rhinosinusitis (n): A more precise term often used in medicine, indicating inflammation of both the nasal cavity and the sinuses.
- The terms "rhinosinusitis" and "sinusitis" are frequently used interchangeably.
Synonyms
- Nasal sinus inflammation: A descriptive synonym.
- Rhinosinusitis: A clinical synonym emphasizing involvement of the nasal passages.
Related Phrases
"Sinusitis symptoms": The common signs of the condition, such as headache, nasal discharge, and reduced sense of smell.
- Common sinusitis symptoms include facial tenderness and a stuffy nose.
"Treatment for sinusitis": Refers to the medical or therapeutic approaches to alleviate the condition.
- Treatment for sinusitis may include nasal irrigation and decongestants.
Noun
- inflammation of one of the paranasal sinuses