Clues that point to allergy
Sneezing, itching, watery discharge and symptoms that flare in dust or in a particular season.
Clues that point to sinusitis
Facial pressure, thicker mucus and symptoms that hang on after a cold.
What the visit adds
Looking in the nose shows swelling, infection or a septal bend that symptoms alone cannot sort out.
Reviewed by the Sachi Hospital medical team · September 2026. This is general education, not personal medical advice. Related service: Nasal allergy.