Acute Sinusitis
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Acute sinusitis is inflammation of the paranasal sinuses, the air-filled cavities around the nose and eyes, that usually appears after a cold or a respiratory infection and presents for a relatively short time.
Common symptoms: nasal congestion, thick discharge, pressure or pain in the face and forehead, reduced sense of smell and, at times, headache or a feeling of heaviness.
Common causes: it is frequently related to infections of the airways or to factors that hinder the drainage of the sinuses.
When to see a doctor? if the symptoms are intense, drag on, or worsen after an apparent improvement, it is advisable to have them checked.
Which specialist treats it? the otolaryngologist and the general practitioner assess it. For appropriate management, it is advisable for a professional to evaluate your case individually.
Data on 1,137 doctors who treat acute sinusitis
Which specialist treats acute sinusitis?
Acute sinusitis is typically managed by a general practitioner, an ENT specialist, or a family medicine physician. This specialist can evaluate your symptoms and guide you on next steps. You can find specialists near you and schedule a consultation.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in acute sinusitis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Frequently asked questions
What is acute sinusitis?
Acute sinusitis is inflammation of the paranasal sinuses, the air-filled cavities around the nose and eyes, that usually appears after a cold or a respiratory infection and presents for a relatively short time.
Which doctor treats acute sinusitis?
Acute sinusitis is typically managed by a general practitioner, an ENT specialist, or a family medicine physician. This specialist can evaluate your symptoms and guide you on next steps. You can find specialists near you and schedule a consultation.