Sinusitis

According to the Mayo Clinic, the sinuses are air-filled, hollow spaces or cavities within the facial bones surrounding the nose.

When the linings of the sinuses become infected, usually due to viruses or bacteria, they may swell, causing an obstruction and interfering with the normal drainage of mucus. Sinusitis can cause considerable discomfort and can lead to more serious infections if left untreated.

Buildings may suffer serious mold damage after storms, but even more serious is the effect that mold can have on health. It can trigger asthma, allergies, sinus, lung and skin infections.

Indoor air quality in health care settings is under scrutiny by numerous environmental health and nursing organizations because patients, nurses and others have experienced health problems in those settings. Some individuals and groups of individuals are especially affected by fragrance exposure.

Infants and children with immature immune systems and elders with weakened immune systems are particularly susceptible to harmful chemicals. In addition, people with asthma, allergies, migraines, compromised immune systems, and those who have been chemically injured are particularly vulnerable.  Some patients are expressing frustration because their right to access health care is affected by toxic chemicals in health care environments. Sometimes they even have to choose between not getting health care and being exposed to harmful chemicals.