Signs of the appearance of a cyst in the maxillary sinus and methods of treatment

1 General information about the pathology of

The cyst can be retentional, caused by the blocking of the mucosal gland duct, and the false one, which appeared due to the influence of allergens, infection, inflammation in the jaw. The cyst in the maxillary sinus may contain mucus, pus or serous discharge, depending on which the symptoms and treatment vary.

For an accurate determination of a benign cyst, X-rays are done to view the paranasal sinuses in accessible projections. If necessary or the doctor's doubts about the exact X-ray, additional MRT, CT, endoscopy of the upper jaw is prescribed. Thanks to such methods of research, it is possible to determine the state of the maxillary sinuses and all formations. Sometimes resort to gayography, this study consists in the introduction of a special contrast substance in the maxillary sinuses, which can be seen on medical equipment. The content of the cyst is determined by biopsy.

If the cyst in the maxillary sinus is small, it will not make itself felt until it fills the whole space, creating pressure. Symptoms of the disease in the first stages look like pain in the zone under the eyes, which is sharply manifested when the head is tilted forward. Characteristic is the secretion of mucus and pus from the nose outward, with the internal flow of the cysts sent through the throat to the stomach. The cyst in the maxillary sinus is able to give asymmetry on the face due to swelling in the area under the eyes, sometimes reaching a violation of the position of the eyeballs.

The cyst provokes frequent sinusitis, nasal congestion, aching pains in the lower part of the face. Symptoms that it gives are like an acute stage of sinusitis.

2 Causes of the appearance of the disease

The mucosa of the paranasal sinuses contains glands producing mucus. Each gland through a special passage leads it to the surface of the nasal mucosa. Because of frequent inflammations and diseases of the nasopharynx, the mucous membrane thickens, deforming the passage leading to the mucus, they clog. Since the iron does not cease to produce the prescribed, the space is filled with unreached slime, a cyst is formed.

A small buildup of mucus will not cause much discomfort if it does come out a little. And with complete blockage, serious problems arise, the cyst presses against the sinus wall, this is expressed in headaches, difficulties with breathing through the nose, pain in the jaw, teeth. An untreated cyst in the maxillary sinus can develop into a purulent-inflammatory process that provokes serious problems for vision, bones, cartilage and blood vessels.

Doctors refuse to recognize the effectiveness of conservative treatment, so immediately go to surgery. Nevertheless, there are cases when the cyst resolves itself, its size decreases, and it disappears completely. Treatment of the cyst is to puncture the maxillary sinus in order to pump out the accumulated fluid. But since the shell remains inside and if the problem with the outflow of mucus is not solved, the cyst will again fill and require piercing.

3 Therapeutic actions

The decision on surgical removal of the cyst is taken after a thorough study of the formation. The classical Caldwell-Luke technique and micro-haemorrhythmia are selected depending on several factors. Both procedures are performed under anesthesia.

The Caldwell-Luke technique is as follows: a cut is made over the patient's upper lip, exposing the anterior wall of the sinus, and removing the cyst through the incision with surgical instruments. The procedure has consequences, since the incision region is restored not by bone tissue, but by scars. This affects the physiological function of the mucosal tissue, so the patient will subsequently suffer from sinusitis and rhinitis.

Doctors try to avoid autopsy and dispense with endoscopy, which is considered safer and more effective. With endoscopy, the skin is much less injured, there is no scar left from the incisions, and the recovery period is much less. When endoscopy, the patient under anesthesia is injected with medical instruments into the nose and pulled out the cyst through the anastomosis hole. Since no cuts are made, this procedure has more adherents because of its safety and the absence of complications.

In the case of a cyst due to an inflamed tooth, an operation is performed on the maxillary sinus. In the zone above the lip a cut is made in a few millimeters, the cyst is extracted outward.

When choosing a method of treatment, an experienced doctor examines the condition of the cyst, takes into account the general condition of the patient and his wishes and then makes a decision.

4 Is it possible to cure an ail with folk remedies?

First of all, it is worth noting that it is not worthwhile to pin hopes on treatment with folk remedies, as the cyst does not lend itself to them, and with an aggressive incorrect effect it can even increase. It all depends on the causes of the cyst. If it appeared in parallel with the chronic form of allergic rhinitis, the application of honey, propolis and some herbs will only exacerbate the problem. If you have a cyst in the maxillary sinus, you can not use honey drops, compresses, rinse your nose with herbs and oils, drip drops with the listed products. It is forbidden to use essential oils, as they are strong allergens and are capable of harming rhinitis.

Doctors do not approve the use of physiotherapy in the treatment of cysts in the maxillary sinus, especially thermal effects. The increased temperature in the nasal region stimulates the development of the pathogenic environment and aggravates the inflammatory process.

Despite a large number of contraindications, some recipes are still allowed by doctors, but only after consulting a specialist.

1. For the preparation of natural drops in the nose, take the juice of the tubers of the forest cyclamen. Concentrated juice is diluted with water at the rate of 1 serving of juice for 4 portions of water. Drops need to drip into each nasal passage in the morning and in the evening. The course of treatment is 10 days.
2. A favorable effect on the maxillary sinuses drops, prepared from a spoonful of glycerin and 2 g of dry mummy. It is necessary to dilute the syrupy solution with water and apply 2 drops in each nasal passage twice a day.
3. In pure form, the juice of a golden mustache is useful, it should be dripped twice a day for a week.

Recipes are simple, even if they do not help get rid of the cyst in the maxillary sinus, they certainly will not harm. In addition, all listed products can be used as prophylaxis after surgery with the approval of the attending physician.

5 How to avoid the development of the disease

To reduce the risk of cysts, you need to take preventive measures.

It is necessary to timely treat rhinitis, carious lesions of the teeth, periodontal disease.

If an allergic rhinitis occurs, you can not wait for it to pass by yourself, you need to use special drugs, sprays and drops with antihistamine components, without waiting for structural changes in the nasopharynx.

The cyst in the maxillary sinus is a non-dangerous disease, many people have this education and go with it for a long time until it makes itself felt with pain and pressure. If such a disease is diagnosed, you do not need to rely on conservative treatment and folk remedies, in most cases a surgical operation will be required. Choosing the method of its conduct, the patient and the doctor make a joint decision. Self-medication in the case of a cyst is a very dangerous occupation, because of the risk of complication and the peculiarities of the education itself.