What Is a Sinus Infection?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
7. Nasal Polyps
Many people have small grape-like growths on the inside of their noses or sinuses, and these are known as polyps. These are noncancerous and painless, and most people don’t even know that they are there at all. They result from inflammation of the tissues, and are associated with conditions like asthma, allergies, and recurring infections.
While these polyps are usually harmless, they can occasionally cause problems for the patient, and one of those problems is a sinus infection. If they do begin to cause problems for the patient, then it is a fairly straightforward procedure to have them removed.
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