(SFEE-noyd SY-nus) A type of paranasal sinus (a hollow space in the bones around the nose). There are two large sphenoid sinuses in the sphenoid bone, which is behind the nose between the eyes. The sphenoid sinuses are lined with cells that make mucus to keep the nose from drying out.
What are the symptoms of sphenoid sinusitis?
The most common symptoms related to sphenoid sinus pathology were headaches of various intensity and locations, present in 75.8% of patients, sometimes accompanied by nasal discharge/postnasal drip (44.8%), nasal congestion (31%) and olfactory deterioration (3.4%).
How do you treat a sphenoid sinus infection?
Acute sphenoid sinusitis can be cured with antimicrobial medication use alone,9 but a rule of thumb is that, if during the antibiotic therapy the symptoms get worse or continue for 24 to 48 hours or if there are signs of complications, surgery is indicated.
