Sinusitis

Sinusitis is inflammation of the sinuses, usually as a complication of an infection in the nose blocking the drainage of the sinus. If the sinus itself becomes infected there is acute pain and tenderness over the sinus - above the eyes if it’s the frontal sinuses, over the cheek if it's a maxillary sinus. It is a common cause of headache in children and adolescents. Decongestants may help, as may inhaling steam. Antibiotics may be necessary if there is secondary infection by a bacterium.
 
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