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2 lis 2017 · Here are some of the typical sphenoidal sinusitis symptoms: Mucus discharge – post nasal drip and sore throat. Headache – pain on top of head and around temples. Neck pain – sometimes...
The sphenoid sinuses cannot be palpated on physical examination. [1] However, patients with isolated sphenoid sinusitis may complain of occipital or vertex headache, retro-orbital pain, otalgia, drowsiness, or meningitis-like symptoms. [7] A potential complication of sphenoidal sinusitis is cavernous sinus thrombosis. [7]
Patients with isolated chronic sphenoid rhinosinusitis may present with nonspecific symptoms and signs. Headache is the most common presentation, presenting in over 80% of cases. 4,7,8 Patients may have intermittent headaches for several years. The pain is described as either dull or sharp.
The symptoms are referred to these structures rather than involving the sinus. Because of its deep-seated anatomy, this sinus does not usually present with nasal symptoms such as nasal obstruction or rhinorrhea.
19 maj 2022 · Isolated sphenoid sinus disease (ISSD) is an uncommon entity and may present with non-specific symptoms. As sphenoid sinus is located adjacent to vital structures, a diseased sphenoid sinus can potentially lead to devastating complications such as cranial neuropathies, cavernous sinus thrombosis and intracranial abscess.
9 lis 2016 · Patients with isolated chronic sphenoid rhinosinusitis may present with nonspecific symptoms and signs. Headache is the most common presentation, presenting in over 80% of cases. 4, 7, 8 Patients may have intermittent headaches for several years. The pain is described as either dull or sharp.
The sphenoid sinus (SS) is one of the four paired paranasal sinuses (PNSs) within the sphenoid bone body. Isolated pathologies of sphenoid sinus are uncommon. The patient may have various presentations like headache, nasal discharge, post nasal drip, or non-specific symptoms.
