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Having Tonsil Problem And Due To It Having Sinus Problem. Suggest The Cure?
Question: i have tonsil problem and due to this i am having sinus problem.
Brief Answer:
Both may be related and require treatment.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query.
1. Recurrent tonsillitis acts as an infective focus for the sinuses.
2. Sinusitis may lead to a post nasal drip of mucus, thereby leading to recurrent tonsillitis and sore throats.
3. if you have less than 5 to 6 attacks of Tonsillitis per year, a course of a broad spectrum antibiotic along with supportive medication such as anti-allergic medication, medicated gargles and regular steam inhalation will help reduce the frequency of the attacks.
4. Severe Chronic Tonsiliitis may require surgery. A plain Sinus CT may be done if medication fails to control the sinusitis.
5. There are newer surgical options such as Coablation, Radiofrequency and Balloon Sinuplasty.
I hope that I have answered your query. if you have any more questions, I will be available to answer them.
Regards.
Both may be related and require treatment.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query.
1. Recurrent tonsillitis acts as an infective focus for the sinuses.
2. Sinusitis may lead to a post nasal drip of mucus, thereby leading to recurrent tonsillitis and sore throats.
3. if you have less than 5 to 6 attacks of Tonsillitis per year, a course of a broad spectrum antibiotic along with supportive medication such as anti-allergic medication, medicated gargles and regular steam inhalation will help reduce the frequency of the attacks.
4. Severe Chronic Tonsiliitis may require surgery. A plain Sinus CT may be done if medication fails to control the sinusitis.
5. There are newer surgical options such as Coablation, Radiofrequency and Balloon Sinuplasty.
I hope that I have answered your query. if you have any more questions, I will be available to answer them.
Regards.
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