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Sinus Infection

In rare cases of thrombosis, a blood clot can block the veins carrying blood from the face and brain back to the heart. The condition is known as cavernous sinus thrombosis and if left undiagnosed and untreated, is fatal in about 30 percent of cases. Almost always a bacterial infection in the sinus area is linked to the cause of this type of blood clot.

If you are experiencing sinus pain in conjunction with: swollen eyes, complications with vision, seizures, numbness around your face and eyes or severe headaches, you may have a case of cavernous sinus thrombosis. Getting treatment immediately, either through antibiotics or surgery to promote drainage is paramount to safe recovery from this condition.