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Sinusitis: Asthma
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Because of its persistent nature, chronic sinusitis can become a significant cause of morbidity. Untreated, it can reduce the quality of life and the productivity of the affected person. Chronic sinusitis is associated with exacerbation of asthma and serious complications such as brain abscess and meningitis, which can produce significant morbidity and mortality.
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Asthma ... has been linked to chronic sinusitis. Appropriate treatment of sinusitis often improves asthma symptoms and vice versa. Cystic fibrosis, Wegener's syndrome and a compromised immune system also can increase the frequency and severity of sinusitis.
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Patients with adult chronic sinusitis may benefit from control of GERD. GERD has increasingly been implicated in causing or exacerbating respiratory ailments such as asthma and chronic sinusitis. The exact relationships and mechanisms are presently a matter of speculation.
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