Sinusitis

It may be more common than you think – or, perhaps, less common.  The culprit?  Sinusitis.  There has been concern in Central Florida recently about the number of sinusitis cases showing up in hospitals.  It has been estimated that as many as half the people who believe they have sinusitis or sinus headache may actually have migraine.  Migraine often has similar symptoms, such as congestion and facial tenderness (see this article on migraine and sinus headache)

Though often related to allergies, bacteria and viruses, researchers in 1999 began theorizing that sinusitis may actually be an immune response to fungus.  In fact, there are a number of very similar problems with similar symptoms that are often confused.  It’s wise to talk to a doctor and get more than one opinion if you’re not comfortable with her diagnosis or treatment.  For more on sinusitis, read this new article.