Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
This foundation website explains the rhinitis and sinusitis link, as well as what causes them to occur.
Allergic & Chronic Sinusitis
Helping you find relief from chronic symptoms of swollen nasal passages
Sinusitis is inflammation of your sinuses. Your sinuses are air-filled cavities around your nose that produce mucus. Sinusitis can cause:
- Headaches
- Runny nose
- Sore throat
- Coughs
- Pressure around your nose, eyes and forehead
When you breathe in a substance you are allergic to, such as pollen, the pollen often enters your nose, eyes and sinuses. Your immune system then reacts to the allergen. This cause these areas to swell and produce more mucus than usual. You may also experience conjunctivitis, rhinitis or sinusitis or a combination of the three.
Sinusitis usually occurs with rhinitis. Rhinitis is the swelling of nasal passages. Your condition may continue for years, meaning it is chronic. You may have difficulty determining whether your symptoms are due to allergies, a blockage or structural problem in your airways or a cold.
How We Can Help
IU Health physicians provide relief from sinusitis and other conditions caused by allergies. We will develop a treatment plan for you. We'll use the results of comprehensive allergy testing and your preferences and lifestyle to treat your allergy symptoms.
Our highly skilled physicians ensure you understand how to avoid allergens. They'll show you how to use your medicines correctly to properly manage your allergies. Our goal is to make you feel your best every day.
Understanding Allergic & Chronic Sinusitis
When you breathe in a substance you are allergic to, such as pollen, the pollen often enters your nose, eyes and sinuses. Your immune system then reacts to the allergen. This cause these areas to swell and produce more mucus than usual. You may also experience conjunctivitis, rhinitis or sinusitis or a combination of the three.
Sinusitis usually occurs with rhinitis. Rhinitis is the swelling of nasal passages. Your condition may continue for years, meaning it is chronic. You may have difficulty determining whether your symptoms are due to allergies, a blockage or structural problem in your airways or a cold.
How We Can Help
IU Health physicians provide relief from sinusitis and other conditions caused by allergies. We will develop a treatment plan for you. We'll use the results of comprehensive allergy testing and your preferences and lifestyle to treat your allergy symptoms.
Our highly skilled physicians ensure you understand how to avoid allergens. They'll show you how to use your medicines correctly to properly manage your allergies. Our goal is to make you feel your best every day.
IU Health Allergy & Asthma physicians offer expert diagnosis and treatment options using the latest scientific innovations for allergic and chronic sinusitis including:
- Allergy skin testing
- Allergy blood testing
- Allergy medicines (Over-the-counter and prescription)
- Antihistamines
- Decongestants
- Immunotherapy
- Education referral to IU Health Ear, Nose and Throat specialists
Treatment
IU Health Allergy & Asthma physicians offer expert diagnosis and treatment options using the latest scientific innovations for allergic and chronic sinusitis including:
- Allergy skin testing
- Allergy blood testing
- Allergy medicines (Over-the-counter and prescription)
- Antihistamines
- Decongestants
- Immunotherapy
- Education referral to IU Health Ear, Nose and Throat specialists
American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI)
The AAAAI physician webpage offers an overview of sinusitis, its symptoms and treatments.
Resources
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
This foundation website explains the rhinitis and sinusitis link, as well as what causes them to occur.
American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI)
The AAAAI physician webpage offers an overview of sinusitis, its symptoms and treatments.
