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 1,015 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. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Miguel López Vázquez
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
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.