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What Causes Recurring Sinus Pressure With Audible Cracking In Nose And Forehead?
Hello. I am having recurring bouts of intense sinus pressure (behind nose and eyes and in the forehead) with audible cracking/popping in the nose and forehead. The pressure occurs randomly without warning and is not accompanied by any other symptoms. It lasts for an hour or more at a time and can happen several times a day. At its peak, the pressure almost unbearable and I can feel it in my ears. I feel like my face is going to blow up. While this is happening, I feel like my nose is actually opening up (like the feeling you get when you ve had a stuffed up nose and it suddenly clears). I have a long history of sinus infections, but I have never had this intense pressure in my face with no other symptoms. I am so confused by the intense pressure and the lack of congestion or other symptoms. I do have some post nasal drip and occasional sneezing (once or twice a day - nothing abnormal). Mucus appears to be clear when I blow my nose after the nasal rinse and/or sneezing. Is it likely or possible that my sinuses are just inflamed and causing this pressure to build up randomly throughout the day? Thanks for any advice you have to offer.
Yes, what you are experiencing is due to sinusitis (inflammation of the sinuses). Get an X-ray of sinuses done to check it out, and immediate consultation with ENT specialist. Do use nasal spray, antihistamine and paracetamol.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Recurring Sinus Pressure With Audible Cracking In Nose And Forehead?
Hello, Yes, what you are experiencing is due to sinusitis (inflammation of the sinuses). Get an X-ray of sinuses done to check it out, and immediate consultation with ENT specialist. Do use nasal spray, antihistamine and paracetamol. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician