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In a majority of cases, sinusitis or rhinosinusitis isn’t spreadable, but there are sinus infections which may be transmitted from one individual to another. The experts have different opinions on it. Usually, sinusitis is caused due to a sinus infection that’s triggered by bacteria, viruses or fungi. With these microorganisms, it is more probable that this condition can be spread further amongst individuals. In that way, it can become contagious.

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On another hand, it is also believed that it is not the organisms that may cause sinusitis, but it is usually the condition of one’s sinuses that could make them vulnerable, more or less to infections.

Infection is also spread from one to another due to these microorganisms that already live in our body just. There are no occasions required for outside contamination.

Many doctors believe sinusitis is only spread in rare cases. However, it is highly recommended that a person with such condition stay away from the child and elderly for prevention.

How do I check If I have a sinus infection?

Both acute sinusitis and chronic sinusitis occur with specific symptoms.

      • A plugged nose (nasal congestion)
      • Facial pressure with pain
      • Nasal discharge
      • Cough
      • Sinus headache
      • Mild fever
      • Bad breath
      • Drowsiness
      • Pain in ears
      • Throat infection and pain.

Note: A person should be correctly diagnosed based upon present signs, pertinent history and many physical examinations.

How long can the sinusitis lasts?

An acute sinus infection can last for just three weeks whereas a chronic sinusitis for 2 weeks or longer. Recurrent sinusitis that typically goes on and off might also become a chronic sinus infection and may last for a year as well.

The kind of therapy depends upon the kind of sinusitis one has. If the symptoms of it stop, a person may consider being completely cured. At the same time, individuals with chronic and recurrent sinusitis may stop the symptoms or continue experiencing the triggers for a long time.

Note: The treatment of bacterial sinusitis will differ from that of viral sinusitis.