Blocked sinuses lead to congestion, and the nose may run due to excessive mucus. (Image Credits: Pixabay) Winter can be particularly challenging for those prone to sinusitis. The season brings a ...

A diagnosis of sinusitis also requires "some kind of objective finding," Lane says, which would be done with either a CT scan or nasal endoscopy showing swelling of the sinus lining, he says.

Your ears can feel congested due to sinus congestion, altitude changes, middle ear issues, wax buildup, and more. If you also experience pain, balance problems, or hearing loss, a doctor can help ...

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Axial CT scan through the ethmoid sinuses revealing complete opacification of the right anterior and posterior ethmoids as well as the right sphenoid sinus. The hyperdensities are evident within ...

Nasal polyps are fleshy swellings that develop in the lining of the nose and paranasal sinuses, which are the air-filled spaces linked to the nasal cavity. They are noncancerous growths.