• Yellow or green nasal congestion, usually thick
• Pain and swelling near the infected sinus
• Headaches concentrated in the front
• Tooth pain
• Fever or chills
• Sore throat (from postnasal drip)
• Reduced sense of smell or taste
• Fatigue

• Yellow or green nasal congestion, usually thick
• Pressure-like pain on the forehead, temples, cheeks, nose, or around or behind the eyes
• Difficulty breathing through the nose
• Aching in the upper jaw and teeth
• Chronic congestion
• Postnasal drip and sore throat
• Poor sense of smell
• Ear pain
• Bad breath
• Dry cough

Diagnosis
The following tests and procedures may help you find out what is causing sinusitis:

• Online Self-assessments – Self-assessments, such as the Candidiasis Self-assessment and the Magnesium Assessment, can help you determine some of the root cause(s) of your chronic conditions. Learn more about Self-assessments.
• X-rays – Doctors may also use X-rays, a CT scan, or an MRI to identify blocked sinuses, especially if the condition is believed to be attributed to a broken nose, deviated septum, polyps, or a tumor.

Additional Information about Sinusitis

1. Sinusitis Overview
2. Common causes of sinusitis
3. Help me choose a natural and alternative treatment for sinusitis
4. Dietary and lifestyle recommendations that may help in the treatment of sinusitis
5. Conventional or prescription medications used in the treatment of sinusitis
6. Cited Sources and Additional Reading for sinusitis

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