the difference between a cold and sinusitis
The primary difference between a sinus infection and a cold is its duration. While colds generally peak after two to three days, sinus infections can last seven days or more. Further, people who simply have a common cold generally do not run a fever or experience significant fatigue, while people suffering from sinus infections may suffer both.
â¢ Sinus infection involves the sinus cavities of the skull, whereas the cold only involves the mucous membranes. â¢ Sinus infection is mainly due to bacterial, whereas the cold is due to viral agents. â¢ The headache in sinus infection is much heavier than in the cold, with the heaviness aggravating when bending forward.