Can you see a sinus infection on a CT scan?
The CT scan used in our office can detect a variety of things including nasal polyps, inflammation or infection of the sinuses, and fluid-filled sinuses.
Will a CT scan show chronic sinusitis?
A CT scan can reveal the extent and location of inflammation and polyps in the sinuses that may not be visible during a nasal endoscopy. When the type of chronic sinusitis and the cause of the sinus blockage have been determined, our doctors can recommend treatment.
Why would an ENT order a CT scan of sinuses?
If you suffer from chronic sinusitis, hearing loss, or ear infections, your ENT may order a CT scan of the sinuses or temporal bones to visualize the area and obtain the information necessary to create a comprehensive and effective treatment plan.
How is maxillary sinusitis diagnosed?
Diagnosing acute sinusitis usually involves a physical exam. Your doctor will gently press over your sinuses with their fingers to identify an infection. The exam may involve looking into your nose with a light to identify inflammation, polyps, tumors, or other abnormalities.
What can a sinus CT scan diagnose?
CT scans of the sinuses
- Diagnose the cause of sinus headaches.
- Check for signs of inflammatory sinus disease.
- Confirming sinusitis or sinus infections.
- Evaluate congested sinuses.
- Review sinus and nasal anatomy before surgery.
- Look for tumors or other sinus abnormalities.
How is maxillary sinusitis treated?
Rather, treatment is based on topical nasal decongestants and saline irrigation of the nasal cavity. Topical decongestants such as ephedrine or xylometazoline constrict the nasal lining, widening the paranasal sinus ostia, facilitating drainage by ciliary activity.
Does CT of sinuses show brain?
Special CT scans are done to study the paranasal sinuses. This is useful if sinusitis is suspected. A typical series of CT scans for the sinuses use less x-ray radiation than a standard complete set of x-rays. However, a CT scan of the sinuses does not show any brain tissue.