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by Kathleen MacNaughton, R.N.
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Updated: July 31, 2008

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Sinusitis

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Definition: Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinuses. Your sinuses are hollow, air-filled spaces in the bones around your forehead, cheeks, and eyes. The risk of getting sinusitis increases when you also have allergies and asthma. It occurs from infection or allergies.

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Sources: Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America, Medline Plus

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