Sinusitis can affect any individual anytime but there are other medical conditions which increase the risk for developing Sinusitis and include:
- Infections- Upper respiratory infections such as recent cold and ear infections are also associated with sinusitis
- Age variations- Elderly people have a higher risk of developing sinusitis because their nasal passages tend to dry out with age
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Nasal abnormalities- Certain nasal conditions can cause obstruction in the nose and provide added support to the development of Sinusitis, like:
- Nasal Polyps
- Deviated septum
- Facial bone abnormalities
- Swollen Adenoids
- Cleft Palate
- Allergies- People with Asthma or Allergies are at higher risk for non-infectious inflammation in the sinuses
- Injuries- Some hospitalized patients are at higher risk for sinusitis with head injuries and insertion of tubes through the nose
- High altitudes- Flying and diving both increase your chance of getting sinusitis
- Lower immune system- Persons with weak immune system such as AIDS, Chemotherapy, Organ transplant and other inflammatory conditions like Diabetes, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Cystic Fibrosis are at higher risk
