| Fungal sinusitis | |
|---|---|
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| Aspergillus is responsible in 90% of cases of fungal sinusitis | |
| Specialty | Pulmonology  |
| Symptoms | Facial pain[1] |
| Types | Invasive, Non-invasive[1] |
| Diagnostic method | CT scan, MRI[1] |
| Treatment | Surgical(Management depends on which type)[1] |
Fungal sinusitis or fungal rhinosinusitis is the inflammation of the lining mucosa of the paranasal sinuses due to a fungal infection.[1][2] It occurs in people with reduced immunity. The maxillary sinus is the most commonly involved. Fungi responsible for fungal sinusitis are Aspergillus fumigatus (90%), Aspergillus flavus, and Aspergillus niger. Fungal sinusitis occurs most commonly in middle-aged populations. Diabetes mellitus is the most common risk factor involved.[3]
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