Sinusitis is inflammation of the lining membrane of any sinus.
Take the following quiz to see if you have sinusitis.
Choose "yes" if you have any of the following symptoms for ten days or
longer; otherwise, choose "no."
1. Facial
pressure/pain?
yes no
2. Headache
pain?
yes no
3. Congestion or stuffy
nose?
yes no
4. Thick, yellow-green nasal
discharge?
yes no
5. Low fever
(99-100°)?
yes no
6. Bad breath?
yes no
7. Pain in
the upper teeth?
yes no
If you answered "Yes" to three or more of the symptoms listed
above, you may have a sinus infection resulting from allergies, bacteria, or a
response to fungi. An examination by an ear, nose, and throat specialist may be
warranted.
