September 16, 2024 4:26 PM

Untreated sinusitis can lead to fungal infections, life-threatening complications

In a stark reminder of the potential dangers of untreated sinusitis, a recent case at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital (SGRH) in New Delhi has highlighted how this common condition can lead to life-threatening complications if left unchecked. Dr. RG, a 27-year-old physician, experienced a sudden loss of vision in his right eye after months of nasal obstruction. A CT scan revealed he was suffering from nasal polyposis and fungal sinusitis, which was compressing his optic nerve within the sphenoid sinus. ...