| SIGN/SYMPTOM | SINUSITIS | ALLERGY | COLD |
| Facial Pressure/ Pain | Yes | Sometimes | Sometimes |
| Duration of Illness | Over 10-14 days | Varies | Under 10 days |
| Nasal Discharge | Thick, yellow-green | Clear, thin, watery | Thick, whitish or thin |
| Fever | Sometimes | NO | Sometimes |
| Headache | Sometimes | Sometimes | Sometimes |
| Pain in Upper Teeth | Sometimes | NO | NO |
| Bad Breath | Sometimes | NO | NO |
| Coughing | Sometimes | Sometimes | YES |
| Nasal Congestion | YES | Sometimes | YES |
| Sneezing | NO | Sometimes | YES |
Sinusitis is often difficult to diagnose in children because respiratory infections are more frequent, and symptoms can be subtle. Sinusitis need to be evaluated by a physician to prevent long term complications.
The following symptoms may indicate a sinus infection in your child:
- a “cold” lasting more than 10 to 14 days
- low-grade fever
- thick yellow-green nasal nasal discharge
- post-nasal drip with chesty (wet) cough, throat clearing, vomiting
- irritability or fatigue
- headache
- swelling around the eyes
Contact our clinic if you have Frequent Colds or Flu for an Assessment.
