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Endoscopic Sinus Exam
An endoscopic sinus exam allows the doctor to see all the structures inside the nose and the sinuses. Before inserting the endoscope, the passages inside the nose are opened up with a decongestant medicine and numbed with an anesthetic. The endoscope is guided up through a nostril and into the sinus opening, but it is...
Sinusitis
Discusses sinusitis, which is infection or inflammation of the lining of the sinus cavities. Covers acute sinusitis and chronic sinusitis. Looks at causes and symptoms. Covers treatment with medicines and surgery.
Saline Nasal Washes for Sinusitis
Most of the time it is best to do your saltwater (saline) nasal wash before you use your other nasal medicines. The wash will help your sinuses absorb the medicine. Saltwater washes (saline lavage or irrigation) help keep the nasal passages open by washing out thick or dried mucus and allergens. They can also help the...
Diphenhydramine
(dye fen hye' dra meen) Brand Name(s): Aler-Dryl®, Allergia-C®¶, Allermax®¶, Altaryl®¶, Banophen®¶, Ben Tann®§, Benadryl®, Bromanate AF®¶, Compoz Nighttime Sleep Aid®¶, Dicopanol®§, Diphedryl®¶, Diphen®¶, Diphenadryl®¶, Diphenhist®, Diphenylin®¶,...
Respiratory Problems, Age 12 and Older
Briefly discusses respiratory problems that older children and adults can have. Covers viral and bacterial infections, allergies, and asthma. Offers interactive tool to help decide when to seek care. Also offers home treatment tips.
Phenylephrine
(fen il ef' rin) Brand Name(s): Children's Sudafed PE Nasal Decongestant®, Lusonal®§, PediaCare Children's Decongestant®, Sudafed PE Congestion®, Suphedrin PE®, A Tan 12x Suspension® (as a combination product containing Phenylephrine, Pyrilamine)§,...
Pseudoephedrine
(soo doe e fed' rin) Brand Name(s): Afrinol®¶, Cenafed®¶, Children's Sudafed Nasal Decongestant®, Congestaclear®¶, Efidac®¶, Myfedrine®¶, Pseudocot®¶, Ridafed®¶, Silfedrine®, Sudafed 12/24 Hour®, Sudafed Congestion®, Sudodrin®¶, SudoGest®,...
Facial Problems, Noninjury
Briefly discusses causes of facial problems, including skin conditions and infections, and health conditions with facial symptoms. Offers interactive tool to help decide when to seek care. Also offers home treatment tips.
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) reduce fever and inflammation and relieve pain. Examples of NSAIDs include aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen. Be sure to follow the nonprescription medicine precautions. Ibuprofen (such as Motrin or Advil) Adults: The initial dose is 400 mg. Follow-up doses are 200 mg to 400...