Sinuses X-ray
Alternative names:
paranasal sinus radiography; X-ray of the sinuses
How the test is performed:
The test is performed in a hospital radiology department or in the health care provider's office by an X-ray technician. You will be asked to sit in a chair so that any fluids in the sinus may be easily seen on the pictures. Your head may be placed in different positions as the pictures are taken.
How to prepare for the test:
Inform the health care provider if you are pregnant. Remove all jewelry.
Infants and children: The physical and psychological preparation you can provide for this or any test or procedure depends on your child's age, interests, previous experience, and level of trust. For specific information regarding how you can prepare your child, see the following topics as they correspond to your child's age:
How the test will feel:
There is no discomfort from the X-ray.
Why the test is performed:
This test is performed when symptoms of sinusitis or other sinus disorders are present.
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