Sinusitis is a condition in which the cavities around the nasal passages become inflamed.Your sinuses are air-filled cavities located just above your upper back teeth and which have a thin lining the reduces mucus. If they become infected or inflamed, the lining will swell, creating additional mucus and causing a condition called sinusitis where the sinuses become blocked. As the sinuses become blocked, they fill with fluid and bacteria can grow, causing an infection. Your symptoms should be evaluated by a physician for an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan. WHAT CAN CAUSE SINUSITIS? Sinusitis can be caused by the following conditions, including: The common cold Nasal polyps which are small growths in the lining of the nose Allergic rhinitis that causes the lining of the nose to swell A deviated septum that causes the nasal cavity to shift There are different types of sinusitis, and which include: ACUTE SINUSITIS Acute sinusitis usually begins with the common cold, creating symptoms like facial pain and a stuffy nose. Acute sinusitis may start suddenly and last between two and four weeks. Subacute sinus inflammation can last between four and 12 weeks. Symptoms of acute sinusitis include: A stuffy, runny nose Loss of smell Facial pain or a feeling of pressure Cough or congestion It may also cause: Bad breath Fatigue Dental pain Sometimes fever For more information about Manhattan Primary Care or Manhattan doctors schedule an appointment at one of our two locations, please contact our Union Square office by number (212) 378-9987 or our Upper East Side NYC office by number (212) 389-9929. Read more: https://www.manhattanprimarycaredoctorsnyc.com/sinus-infection-treatment-nyc-best-sinusitis-doctors-specialists/ Manhattan Primary Care 983 Park Ave, Ste 1D22, New York, NY 10028 (212) 389-9929 Our location on the map: https://goo.gl/maps/aTm9YyzBX6SxHKzA9 Nearby Locations: Upper East Side Yorkville | Manhattan Valley | Lenox Hill | Sutton Place | Carnegie Hill | East Harlem 10028 | 10025 | 10021| 10022 | 10029 Web Address: https://www.manhattanprimarycaredoctorsnyc.com