Commentary: Why are sinus problems so common in Singapore?

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Constant sniffling, sneezing and a stuffy nose are often lumped together as “sinus problems”, and can arise from a number of causes, says Dr Xu Xinni of NUH.

You may perceive this as a “sensitive” nose. You sneeze, your nose clogs up and runs, and your eyes itch and water soon after you enter a dusty space, play with a furry pet or handle soft toys.

Rhinosinusitis is inflammation of the paranasal sinuses - air-filled spaces that drain into the nose - in addition to the nasal cavity. Should your symptoms persist beyond three months, you may have chronic rhinosinusitis. Often times, the underlying cause is inflammation and not infection. Alternatively, you can do nasal irrigation with a squeeze bottle. This is more efficient as it allows a larger volume of solution to get deeper into the nasal cavity. However, if your nose is very obstructed, this method may be difficult.

Other red flags include obstruction that is persistently on only one side of the nose, blood in your mucus, unrelenting pain, blurred vision or a swollen eye. These are not run-of-the-mill symptoms, and may indicate complications of rhinosinusitis or even the presence of a tumour.

 

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