Sinus CT Scan

Sinus CT Scan in Tuscaloosa

Patients who are experiencing symptoms of chronic sinusitis like nasal congestion, headaches, and tenderness of the face will often try over-the-counter remedies. However, when these remedies prove to be unsuccessful, a CT scan may be necessary to evaluate the sinus cavities.

What is a Sinus CT Scan?

A CT scan is a specialized kind of x-ray that allows the doctor to completely view the sinuses. This can help the doctor to diagnose issues that may not be noticeable from the outside of the nose or face. CT scans can help to show if sinus cavities are filled with mucus or are swollen or inflamed, which can lead to sinus issues.

CT scans can be very helpful in diagnosing sinusitis, evaluating sinuses that are filled with fluid or are swollen, detect the presence of inflammatory diseases, and providing additional information about the sinuses, nasal cavities, or possible tumors.

There are many benefits associated with CT scans, including:

• A CT Scan is one of the safest ways to study the sinuses.
• It is a reliable imaging technique for the sinuses.
• It is painless, noninvasive, and very accurate.
• It is less sensitive to patient movement than an MRI.
• X-rays used in CT scans have no immediate side-effects.

The Sinus CT Scan Process

Prior to a CT scan, patients will need to remove metal objects from their person. This includes all jewelry, eyeglasses, dentures, and hairpins, which may affect the CT images. Hearing aids or removable dental work may also need to be removed.

A CT scan is performed with the patient sitting upright and takes less than 5 minutes.

If you have tried many remedies for sinusitis or other sinus issues with no solution, contact Tuscaloosa ENT today to schedule an appointment. An examination of your sinuses and a discussion with one of our ENT specialists can help to determine if you need a Sinus CT scan.