Understanding Antritis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

How do you get antritis?

Antritis is a condition in which the maxillary sinuses, located on either side of the nose, become inflamed. Causes include:

- Viral or bacterial infections: The most common cause of antritis is a viral infection, such as the common cold or flu, or a bacterial infection, such as Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae.

- Allergies: Allergies, such as hay fever or allergic rhinitis, can cause inflammation and swelling of the nasal passages and sinuses, which can lead to antritis.

- Structural abnormalities: Some people are born with structural abnormalities in their nasal passages or sinuses that can make them more likely to develop antritis. These abnormalities include a deviated septum, which is a misalignment of the nasal septum, or concha bullosa, which is a bulging of the turbinates, the bony structures that line the nasal cavity.

- Environmental irritants: Exposure to certain environmental irritants, such as smoke, dust, or chemicals, can also cause antritis.

- Dental infections: In some cases, antritis can be caused by an infection of the teeth or gums, such as an abscessed tooth.