Dr. John Ditto, an ENT Specialist at Richmond Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers, said that patients with treatment-resistant chronic sinusitis require a more detailed diagnostic process, including CT scans, cultures, and review of past surgeries.

Dr. John Ditto, an ENT Specialist at Richmond Breathe Free, said that sinusitis is the inflammation of the sinuses caused by infections, allergies, or irritants, with treatments depending on the cause.

One strategy for cutting costs before the end of the year is to make the most of your health insurance if you've met your deductible. Many sinusitis sufferers have the opportunity to treat their issues at a lower cost during this time of year, and Dr. John Ditto of Richmond Breathe Free said a balloon sinuplasty is an in-office procedure that can treat sinus troubles.