Epistaxis and Sinusitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is Epistaxis
A
Bleeding from the nose
2
Q
Causes of Epistaxis
A
-Systemic Disease
-Trauma
-Fungal or Bacterial Infection
-Tumors
3
Q
Treatment of Epistaxis
A
Locate & stop the bleeding with pressure or drugs
4
Q
What is Sinusitis?
A
Collection of pus leading to swelling over the sinus
5
Q
What sinuses are usually associated with Sinusitis?
A
Frontal or Maxillary
6
Q
What is the most common cause of Sinusitis?
A
Tooth Root Abscess
7
Q
Diagnosis of Sinusitis
A
Exam
Radiographs
Culture & Sensitivity of Fistula Tracts
8
Q
Treatment of Sinusitis
A
Antibiotics
Removal of infected tooth
Flushing fistulas
