Acute and Chronic Sinusitis
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Acute and chronic sinusitis is inflammation of the paranasal sinuses, the air-filled cavities around the nose; it is called acute when it lasts a short time and chronic when it drags on or recurs frequently.
Common symptoms: It usually includes nasal congestion, discharge, pressure or pain in the face, a reduced sense of smell and, at times, headache.
Common causes: It frequently follows a cold, allergies, or infectious processes that hinder drainage of the sinuses.
Which specialist treats it? The family physician or general practitioner usually guides the first visit, and the infectious disease specialist may step in for selected cases. If the symptoms drag on or come back time and again, having it evaluated by a professional helps understand the origin.
Data on 324 doctors who treat acute and chronic sinusitis
Which specialist treats acute and chronic sinusitis?
Acute and chronic sinusitis can be evaluated by a general practitioner, who identifies the cause and guides management based on how long symptoms have lasted. If you have congestion, facial pain, or persistent nasal discharge, it's worth seeking care. You can book an appointment with a general practitioner.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in acute and chronic sinusitis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Frequently asked questions
What is acute and chronic sinusitis?
Acute and chronic sinusitis is inflammation of the paranasal sinuses, the air-filled cavities around the nose; it is called acute when it lasts a short time and chronic when it drags on or recurs frequently.
Which doctor treats acute and chronic sinusitis?
Acute and chronic sinusitis can be evaluated by a general practitioner, who identifies the cause and guides management based on how long symptoms have lasted. If you have congestion, facial pain, or persistent nasal discharge, it's worth seeking care. You can book an appointment with a general practitioner.