sinusitis

noun

si·​nus·​i·​tis ˌsīn-yə-ˈsī-təs How to pronounce sinusitis (audio)
ˌsī-nə-
: inflammation of a sinus of the skull

Examples of sinusitis in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In doing so, Zyrtec helps curb an inflammatory response in the nasal passages, which helps prevent nasal allergy symptoms and even sinusitis. Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 29 Feb. 2024 Staying informed on upcoming weather conditions can help people with sinusitis deal with an onslaught of symptoms. Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Feb. 2024 Changes in barometric pressure can also trigger pain and discomfort for those suffering from sinusitis by causing the swelling of tissues in the nose. Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Feb. 2024 Here's what to know Many Americans may assume that complications from respiratory illnesses are limited to sinusitis, bronchitis, pneumonia and other sicknesses that affect the upper or lower respiratory tracts. Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 22 Jan. 2024 The most common fungus associated with sinusitis is Aspergillus.8 Fungal sinus infections range widely from mildly irritating to extremely severe and potentially fatal. Kristin Koch, Health, 10 Nov. 2023 Chronic sinusitis causes sinus symptoms for more than three months. Sarah Bradley, Health, 31 Aug. 2023 Medically, inflammation of the nose and sinuses is called rhinosinusitis or sinusitis. Maggie O'Neill, Health, 9 May 2023 That, or feeling as though your sinus infections never completely go away, may be signs of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), or chronic sinusitis, according to Dr. Gudis. Melissa Fiorenza, Health.com, 8 Feb. 2022

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Word History

First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sinusitis was in 1896

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“Sinusitis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sinusitis. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

sinusitis

noun
si·​nus·​itis
ˌsī-n(y)ə-ˈsīt-əs
: inflammation of a sinus

Medical Definition

sinusitis

noun
si·​nus·​itis ˌsī-n(y)ə-ˈsīt-əs How to pronounce sinusitis (audio)
: inflammation of a sinus of the skull

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