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bacterial sinusitis

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bacterial sinusitis (bak·tēˑ·rē·l sīˈ·n·sīˑ·tis),
n an inflammation of the sinus cavities, open air passageways within the human body, caused by bacteria such as streptococci, staphylococci, pneumococci, or
Haemophilus influenzae. Prevalent symptoms include congestion in the nasal passages and pain, tenderness, and swelling in the approximate area of the affected cavity. Headaches, chills, and fever may also occur. In some cases, it may develop immediately after a viral infection in the upper respiratory tract.


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The gold standard for diagnosing bacterial sinusitis is culture of infected secretions obtained by direct sinus puncture.
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