In the past month, I’ve talked to four different people who have either had a sinus surgery or an actual sinus fungal ball, so today I will write about it. An “aspergilloma” is the name of what it was ...

Sinus aspergillosis is a fungal infection that affects the sinuses. People with weakened immune systems and respiratory conditions are more likely to develop this condition. Aspergillus is a mold that ...

When Jens Ponikau left Germany 10 years ago to do research in the United States on chronic sinus inflammation, he expected to stay nine months. Then a major breakthrough—uncovering the root cause of a ...

Medically reviewed by Sukaina Hasnie, MD Key Takeaways Acute sinus infections often start with allergies or a viral infection.Recurrent sinus infections occur when you have multiple sinus infections ...

Invasive fungal rhinosinusitis (IFR) is a severe and often life-threatening condition characterized by the rapid progression of fungal infections in the sinuses, which can extend to surrounding ...

Nasal polyps can be a persistent issue for individuals suffering from chronic sinusitis, allergies, or fungal infections, often leading to breathing difficulties and discomfort. When medications and ...