What are the causes of sinusitis in children?

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  1. Johns Hopkins Medicine
     
    Johns Hopkins Medicine answered:

    There are several things that cause sinusitis in children. They include:

    • A viral or bacterial infection that spreads to the sinuses from the nose
    • Anatomical irregularities of the nose and or sinuses
    • Nasal allergy
    • Environmental irritants like dust, air pollutants, or tobacco smoke
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    There are several things that cause sinusitis in children. They include: A viral or bacterial infection that spreads to the sinuses from the nose Anatomical irregularities of the nose and or sinuses Nasal allergy Environmental irritants like dust,... More