Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Faq For Maxillary Sinus

Donna asks…OPG radiograph ,maxillary sinus?the radiographic diagnosis of maxillary sinus by OPG radiograph.Mary Wei answers:I think by OPG you are talking about a oral panoramic type of film, the maxillary sinus is visible on these and other types of films commonly taken by dentists and dental specialists.Steven asks…Maxillary sinus size gets changing?my maxillary sinus size is getting changing. the problem is...some times maxillary sinus wll be strong.at the same time my cheeks also bees

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Friday, September 21, 2012

Faq For Maxillary Sinus Infection

Joseph asks…Can sinusitis cause wheezing?I've got a bad maxillary sinus infection and a very clogged nose + my throat hurts. Lately I noticed wheezing. Is this normal?

I've had bronchitis about 3 weeks ago and I still get the occasional breathlessness attack + wheezing but I don't think the 2 are related.Mary Wei answers:Yes, wheezing similar to asthma. Hay fever can cause similar wheezing. Try to get plenty of vitamins/minerals in your diet. Dairy foods are best avoided when you have sinus

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Friday, September 14, 2012

Faq For Maxillary Sinus Cancer

Mark asks…what does cancer feel like? (read)?well... 3 years ago i was diagnosed with a brain tumor, it was never removed... due to chance of me going paralyzed (which i was temporarily), then for 2 years after a doctor told me i had "nasal polyps" and ive had 3 surgerys in 2 years for them, well... my doctor felt he couldnt help me anymore... if he would do surgery today... next month i would have them back, but multiplied, so now i have to travel 1 hour to see my new doctor every

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Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Bilateral Maxillary Sinus

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Faq For Maxillary Sinus Infection Treatment

Maria asks…Your choice of antibiotic for a sinusitis.?The doc has me on Levaquin to help with a blocked maxillary cavity. He said that if it doesn't work, then I'll have to get surgery to have my sinus drained. I'd rather not go under the "knife" until I have exhausted my medical treatment options.

Those who have had bad sinusitis, what antibiotics have you used to alleviate the infection?

These are the ones that I've had: Avelox, Z-Pack, Augmentin, and Levaquin (4 days current).Mary

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Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Faq For Maxillary Sinus Infection

Mandy asks…How does effect the baby?I had sinus cold 2 wks ago then it went away. Only now suffering a maxillary sinus infection and put on amoxucllin. My question is I'm now 17 weeks pregnant how does this affect my baby and going into early labour? I'm known to go in earlly labour. Had my daughter 3 wks early.
The dentist knew that I was pregnant and called my OB it se if it was okay but I'm concerned with the infection causing problems to the baby and how it with effect the pregnancy. I

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Sunday, September 9, 2012

What Is Maxillary Sinus Disease

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Faq For Maxillary Sinus Retention Cyst

Helen asks…Are there any nuerologists out there that can help me.?I think my doctor is crazy. I got another appointment 2 weeks away but symptoms getting worse. here is my MRI Transcript.

There is no restricted diffusion to suggest acute ischemia. The cerebellar tonsils extend into the foramen magnum with crowding but without true cerebellar tonsillar ectopia. This is considered to be within normal limits for age: Transitional cerebellar tonsils. There is asyetric promininence of the

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Friday, September 7, 2012

Faq For Maxillary Sinus Infection

Helen asks…Maxillary Sinus Mucosal Thickening is what my MRI results came back as. What does this mean?I know that usually means a sinus infection but the reason I got the test done was because I have had severe migraines that last a tleast a week at a time, with blurred vision, dizzyness, fatique, etc
and this has been going on for a little more than four months, and to me that doesnt even sound like a sinus infection (my nose is not even stuffy or running)
BUT I always get sinus infections,

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Thursday, September 6, 2012

Faq For Maxillary Sinus Surgery

Lizzie asks…Plz help me with my CT SCAN...sinus?Hi i am 22 years old male and have been suffering from sinus/cold since a few years....i met my doctor and he told me to get my ct scan done..my doctor is out of town for 1 week now and i have the report with me..please read it and help me as to wat exactly is wrong with my nose..WILL I NEED A SURGERY?WILL THEY USE GENERAL ANESTHESIA?IS SURGERY THE ONLY OPTION?IS THE SURGERY PAINFUL?I AM SCARED OF GENERAL ANESTHESIA.PLZ READ THE REPORT AND HELP

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Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Faq For Maxillary Sinus Fracture

Donald asks…can you fly with a fractured upper jaw (Maxillary)?I had an incident at the dentist and now have a fractured maxillary (upper jaw) which is close to an air pocket (Sinuses) and am due to fly in a week and a half! Does anyone know if i will be able to fly like that?Mary Wei answers:You shouldn't have any trouble. Just follow the precautions your dentist has told you.Susan asks…What is a hiatus medially?I had a cat scan done to check that i didnt fracture any bones in my face

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Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Faq For Maxillary Sinus

Thomas asks…Why do we have a maxillary sinus?Do we need it? Why? Can it be removed?
If we didn't have it would we not have allergies?Mary Wei answers:The maxillary sinus serves many purposes. First, it moistens and warms air as it enters our lungs, which makes breathing more comfortable and keeps our lungs healthy. Also, the maxillary sinuses are lined with cilliated cells, which are cells with tiny microscopic hairs. These hairs, together with mucous, help to trap particulates, viruses,

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Saturday, September 1, 2012

Polyps In Maxillary Sinus

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Faq For Maxillary Sinus Pain

Donald asks…Dont kno whats wrong?? Horrible eye pain stabing, sinus?I just finished my antibiotic last night after taking it for 14 days and I was on a different one at the beginning of october I have three impacted wisdom teeth the awful smell is back and I have awful stabbing pains in my left eye feels like its going to pop out, I put hot water pad on it took pain meds,nothings working and the vision in my left eye is bouncy I also have nasal polyps in my left nostril and chronic maxillary

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