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What Causes Congestion In The Sinus And Swelling On The Cheekbones?

I seem to have a lot of congestion in sinus areas. phlegm in throat. I don't know whether to see allergist or ENT . I do have seasonal allergies but haven't been tested for food allergies. I take Zyrtec daily. Also my hair is thinning and in the last two weeks. I have had raised swelling bags at the top of cheekbones. I'm also wondering about thyroid. I am 72 yr. old somewhat healthy woman.
Wed, 14 Dec 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain it seems that sinus congestion , phlegm in throat and swelling of cheek bones is all due to Sinus infection or Sinusitis...

I would suggest you to consult an Otolaryngologist and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation
and investigations like PNS view x ray or MRI scan can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done
accordingly..

You can be advised a course of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory painkiller like Ibuprofen, decongestants
like Pseudoephadrine, do saline nasal irrigation, steam inhalation and use a humidifier in your room..
You can also be advised decongestant nasal sprays containing Xylometazoline or Oxymetazoline..
Avoid spicy and chilled foods..
Do warm compresses around nostrils..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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What Causes Congestion In The Sinus And Swelling On The Cheekbones?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain it seems that sinus congestion , phlegm in throat and swelling of cheek bones is all due to Sinus infection or Sinusitis... I would suggest you to consult an Otolaryngologist and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like PNS view x ray or MRI scan can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done accordingly.. You can be advised a course of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory painkiller like Ibuprofen, decongestants like Pseudoephadrine, do saline nasal irrigation, steam inhalation and use a humidifier in your room.. You can also be advised decongestant nasal sprays containing Xylometazoline or Oxymetazoline.. Avoid spicy and chilled foods.. Do warm compresses around nostrils.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.