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      Nose and Sinus Problems with Asthma

      Many people who have asthma also have long-term (chronic) problems of the nose and sinuses. These can include: 

      • Rhinitis. This is inflammation or swelling of the tissues in the nose.

      • Sinusitis. This is inflammation or swelling of the tissues in the sinuses. These are air-filled spaces in the bones of your face.

      • Rhinosinusitis. This is when you have both problems at the same time. You may have rhinitis without sinusitis. But sinusitis often happen only with rhinitis.

      Causes

      These conditions can have many causes. The cause may be a:

      • Virus

      • Bacteria

      • Fungus

      • Allergen

      The same allergen can cause nasal, sinus, and asthma symptoms. Allergy shots will help you manage asthma and allergy rhinitis symptoms. And you should away from things that trigger your symptoms.

      Symptoms

      The symptoms of chronic sinusitis, rhinitis, or rhinosinusitis include:

       

      • Sneezing

      • Runny nose

      • Nasal or sinus congestion

      • Postnasal drip or drainage in the throat

      • Sore throat

      • Nasal itching

      • Headache

      • Pain, tenderness, or pressure in the face (often behind the cheeks and forehead)

      • Feeling tired

      • Loss of sense of smell

      • Bad breath

      • Pain in the teeth

       

      The symptoms may make your asthma worse. They may also mean you have lung swelling and inflammation.

      If you have any of these symptoms, talk with your healthcare provider. Or talk to an allergy doctor. Or see an ear, nose, and throat doctor (ENT). This kind of doctor is also called an otolaryngologist. Controlling your symptoms will help you control your asthma. So will staying away from triggers or allergens.

      Treatment

      Treatment for any of these 3 conditions may include:

       

      • Decongestants

      • Antibiotics

      • Nasal corticosteroid spray

      • Mucus thinner

      • Nasal saline

      • Corticosteroid medicines

       

      To learn more

      For more information, visit:

      • American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology

      • Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America

       

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