Dealing With Chronic Sinusitis

If you’re living with chronic sinusitis in Carmel, IN, a visit with Dr. Robert Youkilis, Dr. Jeffrey Beach, and Dr. Seth Bruggers at Northside ENT can help you find the best treatment to achieve relief and get back to the life you love.

What Is Chronic Sinusitis?

Sinusitis occurs when the nasal cavities become inflamed and blocked, preventing the sinuses from draining. It can cause congestion, runny nose, postnasal drainage, and pain or swelling around the forehead, eyes, nose, and cheeks. It also often leads to headaches.

Most people have dealt with sinusitis at an acute level that is caused by allergies or a cold. Acute sinusitis tends to go away once the trigger – the cold or allergies – is no longer present. 

Chronic sinusitis is defined as sinusitis that lasts 12 weeks or more, even if the symptoms are not intense or constant the entire time. It’s typically not caused by colds or sickness, though they can increase the symptoms. There is usually a different root cause when the condition is chronic, though.

Certain allergies can play a part. However, it may also be due to polyps, trouble with the anatomy of the nose, inflammatory problems, and more.

How to Manage Chronic Sinusitis

Chronic sinusitis is sometimes completely curable. At the very least, though, the symptoms can be minimized through treatment that is built around the specific cause of your condition. 

Upon visiting Dr. Youkilis, Dr. Beach, or Dr. Bruggers at Northside ENT, you’ll begin with a thorough evaluation and diagnosis of your chronic sinusitis. After determining the root cause, your doctor can recommend the best treatment options, which can include several types of care. Some include the following:

• Antibiotic prescriptions, if bacteria plays a role 
• Medications, such as nasal steroid sprays, nasal rinses, or anti-inflammatory medicine 
• Surgery, if necessary, to enlarge the nasal opening or address polyps

Chronic sinusitis doesn’t have to stop you from living life. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Youkilis, Dr. Beach, or Dr. Bruggers at Northside ENT in Carmel, IN by calling (317) 844-5656 today.