Dr. Frank Brettschneider: An Overview of Sinusitis Symptoms and Treatments

1. Dr. Frank Brettschneider: An
Overview of Sinusitis Symptoms
and Treatments

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Possessing decades of professional
experience, Dr. Frank Brettschneider treats
patients through Port Huron ENT. Often, Dr.
Frank Brettschneider treats individuals
suffering with sinusitis, an infection or
inflammation of the sinuses. Normally,
sinuses produce mucus, which then drains to
the nose. If the mucus passage becomes
blocked, the sinuses can become infected
resulting in pain and discomfort. An acute
infection usually lasts a few weeks. If it is
chronic, it can be present for a longer time.

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Sinusitis often begins as a cold, but
allergens, pollutants, and other nose
problems can also produce sinusitis. The
most common symptoms include cough and
congestion, fever, headache, and feelings of
pressure behind the eyes. Patients may also
experience facial tenderness, general
weakness, a sore throat, or a postnasal drip.

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Most often, physicians treat sinusitis with
antibiotics and other medications that
manage congestion and pain. Some may
recommend that patients use saline nasal
sprays, vaporizers, or heating pads to
alleviate discomfort. If medications fail to
address the problem, physicians can resort to
surgery that improves sinus drainage and
prevents further blockage. Another option is a
Balloon Sinuplasty, which dilates the sinus
passages to encourage normal drainage.