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bacterial sinusitis |
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bacterial sinusitis (bak·tēˑ·rē· 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. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The gold standard for diagnosing bacterial sinusitis is culture of infected secretions obtained by direct sinus puncture. nbsp;of chronic bronchitis and acute bacterial sinusitis. ; over 500,000 sinus surgeries are done each year for uncontrolled CS; CS causes substantial impairment of the quality of life; CS causes most cases of acute bacterial sinusitis leading to substantial morbidity; and because of widespread unapproved use of extemporaneously compounded formulations of amphotercin B for CS. |
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