2024年8月3日 · Fungal sinusitis (fungal rhinosinusitis) is a sinus infection that results from a fungus (microorganisms like yeast and mold). There are several types of fungal sinus infections, and they all cause similar symptoms like nasal congestion and sinus pain (in your cheeks, forehead and between your eyes).

2023年6月28日 · Fungal rhinosinusitis encompasses a wide variety of fungal infections that range from merely irritating to rapidly fatal. Fungal colonization of the upper and lower airways is a common condition, since fungal spores are constantly inhaled into the sinuses and lungs.

2023年10月17日 · Fungal sinusitis, or fungal sinus infection, refers to an infection that causes inflammation of the sinuses (hollow, air-filled spaces between your eyes, near your eyes, nose, cheeks, and forehead). It occurs when you inhale microscopic fungi that thrive in …

2023年7月3日 · Fungal sinusitis is a rare infection of facial sinuses, and it often affects people who are immunocompromised, though it can also occur in immunocompetent patients.

Fungal sinusitis or fungal rhinosinusitis is the inflammation of the lining mucosa of the paranasal sinuses due to a fungal infection. [1][2] It occurs in people with reduced immunity. The maxillary sinus is the most commonly involved. Fungi responsible for fungal sinusitis are Aspergillus fumigatus (90%), Aspergillus flavus, and Aspergillus niger.

2023年1月13日 · Fungal sinusitis causes sinus swelling as a result of a type of fungus. Prompt treatment methods include antifungal medication and surgery to reduce the risk of complications. Learn more...

2023年12月6日 · What Are Sinus Fungal Balls? A fungal ball is a mass that develops in your sinuses after you’ve breathed in fungal spores. Medications cannot treat it, but a doctor can surgically remove it....

2023年11月14日 · Allergic fungal rhinosinusitis (AFRS) is a fungal infection that affects your nasal passages and sinuses. Typical symptoms include nasal congestion and polyps. Medications and home...

Fungal sinusitis is a broad term used to describe various situations when fungus might be involved in the cause or symptoms of nasal and sinus inflammation. Fungus is an entirely separate “kingdom” from plants and animals; they are …

Acute Invasive Fungal Sinusitis, where the fungus or mold spreads through the blood vessels into the sinus tissues and bones, roof of mouth, eye, and brain. Fortunately, it is extremely rare. It progresses quickly and can cause symptoms such as numbness in the face, double vision, blindness, and changes in awareness levels if it reaches the brain.