Noun
/sinusˈitɪs/
Sinusitis refers to the inflammation or swelling of the tissue lining the sinuses. This condition can be acute or chronic and is often caused by infections, allergies, or environmental factors. In Spanish, "sinusitis" is frequently used in both oral and written contexts, particularly in medical discussions and patient consultations. Its frequency of use is relatively high in medical settings, given the prevalence of sinus-related illnesses.
Sinusitis is a common infection that affects many people during winter.
El médico me recetó antibióticos para tratar mi sinusitis.
The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat my sinusitis.
Los síntomas de la sinusitis incluyen congestión nasal y dolor facial.
Although "sinusitis" itself is not commonly found in idiomatic expressions, it is often discussed in the context of health-related phrases. Here are some relevant examples focusing on health idioms:
I can feel under the weather due to my sinusitis.
"No dar un respiro" (To not give a breathing room) — La sinusitis no me da un respiro; siempre me siento congestionado.
The sinusitis doesn't give me a breathing room; I always feel congested.
"Ponerle la salud de uno en manos ajenas" (To put one’s health in someone else’s hands) — No quiero poner mi salud de uno en manos ajenas sin consultar sobre mi sinusitis.
The term "sinusitis" is derived from the Latin words "sinus", meaning "bay/curve", and "itis", which denotes inflammation. The term reflects the inflammation of the sinus cavities.
Synonyms: - Inflamación de los senos paranasales (inflammation of the paranasal sinuses) - Rinosinusitis (rhinosinusitis, when both nasal cavity and sinuses are involved)
Antonyms: - Salud óptima (optimal health) - Asintomático (asymptomatic)
In summary, "sinusitis" is an important medical term in the Spanish language, frequently used in healthcare discussions about respiratory conditions. Its implications in idiomatic expressions, while limited, still resonate in discussions about general health and well-being.