Thread: Concussion and its effects on the sinuses
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Old 04-24-2013, 12:01 AM
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Default Concussion and its effects on the sinuses
Hello,

I was wondering what, if any, effect a concussion could have on the sinuses? I recently had a sinus CT (5 weeks post concussion) and it showed inflamed sphenoids and ethmoids.

Is it possible to damage your sinuses from concussion? If so, does it die down with time? Can you damage your nose? (my CT report said I had a possible small bone fracture in my nostril, but the nose doc said that it looked good). I am finishing a round of prednisone and haven't seen much relief. I guess I am trying to see if there is indeed a link between inflamed sinuses and ear pressure (my main complaint).

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March 3, 2013: Directly hit top of head while jumping, impact went straight down neck and spine.

Symptoms: Congested/plugged ears (along with post naasal-drip and drainage down back of throat), increased tinnitus, sound sensitivity, minor imbalance, difficulty concentrating, difficulty reading and focusing on words and moving objects.
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