Sinusitis Effects Baseball Player Lugo

The Baltimore Sun reports that Baltimore Orioles Baseball player Julio Lugo's recent trouble with headaches has been caused not by an in-game head injury but by a sinus infection. Lugo was struck in the head by a ball on August 29th and underwent an MRI to determine the cause of his headaches recently. The cause was identified as a sinus infection. This is another example of how sinusitis can effect any of regardless of how active our lifestyles are.Sinusitis can occur in anyone from children to top athletes. Regardless of how healthy your lifestyle, you can still contract a sinus infection. There are many possible causes for sinusitis, including deformities of the sinuses, physical obstructions, allergies, or viruses. Treatment is determined based on the cause. If you've been suffering from nasal congestion and headaches primarily located in the face and behind the eyes, the cause may be a sinus infection. Contact our office to set an appointment and determine the best treatment for you.