The Most Likely Reason You Keep Getting Sinus Infections

You’re experiencing pain behind your eyes or cheeks…again. Your head feels as though it's going to explode from the pounding and you always seem to have a stuffy nose. If this happens to you a few times a year or more, you're suffering from recurrent sinus infections.

An occasional sinus infection is not uncommon, but if they plague you, your individual anatomy may be at fault.

Deviated Septum

A deviated septum, which is an abnormality in the shape of the nasal septum, allows bacteria to accumulate in the sinuses that help drain the mucous from your nose. Without adequate draining, the fluid buildup causes pain and makes for a cozy place for bacteria to flourish.

Growths in the Sinuses 

In other cases, the sinuses themselves may have smaller openings causing lack of drainage which leads to head or face pain and pounding headaches. The head pain can be relentless and is worsened by noise and bending down.

See a Specialist

When your sinuses cannot perform the job they are intended to do, sinus infections can bring misery. If they occur more than 3 times a year, see an ear, nose and throat specialist. An otolaryngologist will physically examine your nose and take a medical history.

The doctor may suggest having a CAT scan of the sinuses if they suspect an abnormality in the structure of your nasal septum. With the results of a CAT scan, a doctor can then determine if surgery is a viable option for you.

One type of surgery for chronic sinusitis is nasal septoplasty, where the septum is realigned. This alleviates chronic congestion caused by a deviated septum. Talk to your doctor as this is the most common reason for frequent sinus infections.

If you're looking for relief from chronic sinus infections, contact the Florida Ear Nose Throat Facial Plastic Surgery Center today.