Sinusitis Atrophic

Atrophic sinusitis: causes, symptoms and treatment

Atrophic sinusitis, also known as sinusitis h. atrophica, is an inflammatory disease that affects the mucous membrane of the maxillary sinuses. A distinctive feature of this type of sinusitis is atrophy (reduction in size) of the mucous membrane, which leads to a chronic and irregular course of the disease.

The causes of atrophic sinusitis are not always completely clear, but it is believed that it can develop as a result of long-term chronic sinusitis, inadequate treatment of acute sinusitis, as well as as a result of atrophy of the mucous membrane due to aging or other factors such as allergies or chronic respiratory disorders.

The main symptoms of atrophic sinusitis are:

1. Constant feeling of dryness in the nose and maxillary sinuses.
2. Copious mucus discharge, which may be purulent and have an unpleasant odor.
3. Difficulty breathing through the nose.
4. Constant feeling of nasal congestion.
5. Increased sensitivity to odors.
6. The appearance of crusts in the nose.

The diagnosis of atrophic sinusitis is usually made on the basis of clinical symptoms and endoscopic examination of the nasal cavity. Additional tests, such as computed tomography (CT) or X-ray, may be used to assess the extent of sinus disease.

Treatment of atrophic sinusitis is aimed at relieving symptoms and eliminating the infection. Includes the following approaches:

1. Rinsing the nose with saline solutions or special preparations to moisturize the mucous membrane.
2. Use topical anti-inflammatory drugs and antibiotics to fight infection.
3. The use of ointments or gels that will help moisturize the mucous membrane and prevent the formation of crusts.
4. Avoiding irritants such as tobacco smoke or polluted air.

In some cases, when conservative treatment does not provide the desired effect, surgery may be required to remove the affected mucous membrane or restore drainage of the maxillary sinuses.

In general, atrophic sinusitis is a chronic disease that requires long-term treatment and maintenance of the mucous membrane in a healthy condition. Atrophic sinusitis: causes, symptoms and treatment

Atrophic sinusitis, or sinusitis h. atrophica, is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the lining of the maxillary sinuses in the nose. This condition is characterized by atrophy or reduction in the size of the mucous membrane, which leads to a chronic and irregular course of the disease.

The causes of atrophic sinusitis are not always fully known, but it is believed that it can develop due to:

1. Long-term chronic sinusitis, when inflammation in the maxillary sinuses continues for a long time.
2. Inadequate treatment of acute sinusitis, when insufficient or improper treatment of acute inflammation leads to its chronicity.
3. Atrophy of the mucous membrane due to aging or other factors such as allergies or chronic respiratory disorders.

The main symptoms of atrophic sinusitis are:

1. Constant feeling of dryness in the nose and maxillary sinuses.
2. Copious mucus discharge, which may be purulent and have an unpleasant odor.
3. Difficulty breathing through the nose.
4. Constant feeling of nasal congestion.
5. Increased sensitivity to odors.
6. Formation of crusts in the nose.

The diagnosis of atrophic sinusitis is usually made on the basis of clinical symptoms and endoscopic examination of the nasal cavity. Additional tests, such as computed tomography (CT) scans or x-rays, may be used to assess the extent of sinus disease.

Treatment of atrophic sinusitis is aimed at relieving symptoms and eliminating the infection. It includes the following approaches:

1. Rinsing the nose with saline solutions or special preparations to moisturize the mucous membrane.
2. Use topical anti-inflammatory drugs and antibiotics to fight infection.
3. The use of ointments or gels that help moisturize the mucous membrane and prevent the formation of crusts.
4. Avoiding irritants such as tobacco smoke or polluted air.

In some cases, when conservative treatment does not lead to sufficient improvement, surgery may be required. Surgery may include