Blockage of sinus passageway


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Blockage of sinus passageway


Picture of blockage of sinus passageway

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Anatomy of a blocked sinus cavity. Bacteria and fungus are more likely to grow in sinuses that are unable to drain properly.

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Primary Medical Reviewer Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer Donald R. Mintz, MD - Otolaryngology
Last Updated August 15, 2008

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