Is it a Cold or Sinus Condition?

Dec. 1, 2010 - PRLog -- Recent discussions in the press have posed the seasonal question... cold or sinuses.  Sinusitis implies inflammation of the sinuses. Whether it’s caused by a cold, an infection or allergies, any swelling of the sinuses can produce symptoms such as:

   * Pressure or pain behind the eyes or cheeks
   * Pain in the top teeth
   * Congestion
   * Green or yellow nasal drainage
   * Headache
   * Post nasal drip

People suffering from inflammation of the sinuses also complain of fatigue, difficulty breathing through the nose, decreased sense of smell, and restless sleep.

If your sinuses act up as frequently as every month or every other month chances are your ailment is most likely not a cold, but rather chronic sinus infection.


Treating Sinus Infections

If you suspect you have a sinus infection and it hasn’t resolved after a few days, you should probably head to the doctor for a physical examination.

For more information visit: http://www.nycallergydoctor.com/

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Dr. Arthur Lubitz has practiced allergy & immunology for 20 years. His interviews can be seen on major television networks on radio NYC-AM. These forums help him to educate the public about allergic disease.