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Chronic sinusitis

Moderate
हिंदी: क्रोनिक किडनी रोग प्रथम चरण · தமிழ்: நாள்பட்ட சிறுநீரக நோய் நிலை 1 · ಕನ್ನಡ: ದೀರ್ಘಕಾಲದ ಮೂತ್ರಪಿಂಡ ಕಾಯಿಲೆ ಹಂತ 1 · తెలుగు: దీర్ఘకాలిక మూత్రపిండ వ్యాధి స్థాయి 1 · বাংলা: দীর্ঘস্থায়ী কিডনি রোগ পর্যায় 1 · मराठी: क्रॉनिक किडनी रोग स्टेज 1 · ગુજરાતી: ક્રોનિક કિડની રોગ તબક્કો 1
About this condition

Chronic sinusitis is prolonged inflammation of the sinuses lasting more than 12 weeks, reducing ability to smell. It's common in India due to pollution, allergens and recurrent infections. Treatment includes nasal steroids, saline irrigation and sometimes antibiotics or surgery.

Common symptoms
loss of smellfacial painnasal congestionthick nasal dischargeheadachepostnasal drip
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ℹ️ When to see a doctor: within a week if symptoms persist beyond 12 weeks
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Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Chronic sinusitis?
loss of smell, facial pain, nasal congestion, thick nasal discharge, headache, postnasal drip.
When should I see a doctor?
within a week if symptoms persist beyond 12 weeks
Is Chronic sinusitis common in India?
Chronic sinusitis is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112. Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India. Full disclaimer