Health Tip: Signs You May Have Sinusitis

Possible symptoms of inflamed sinuses

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(HealthDay News) -- Sinusitis refers to inflamed sinuses normally caused by a bacterial, fungal or viral infection, the U.S. National Library of Medicine says.

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The agency says these common warning signs may indicate sinusitis:

• Cold symptoms that persist for more than five to seven days.
• Inability to smell, drainage into the back of the throat, or a sore throat.
• Headache and pressure or tenderness in the face -- surrounding the eyes and sometimes affecting the teeth.
• Nasal congestion, bad breath or runny nose.
• Coughing, particularly at night.
• Fever, fatigue and general feeling of illness.

-- Diana Kohnle