Chronic Sinusitis: What it is, What the Symptoms Are, Common

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Chronic Sinusitis:

What it is, What the Symptoms Are, Common

Treatments, Potential

Cures

by www.SixWise.com

<http://www.sixwise.com/>

One of the most common

chronic illnesses in the United States, chronic sinusitis affects an estimated

33 million people every year, according to the Mayo Clinic.

Sinusitis occurs when

the lining of the sinus cavities (which are in the facial bones around your

nose) become inflamed. This can prevent mucus from draining out of your

sinuses, allowing viruses, bacteria and fungi to multiply and cause infection

and swelling.

While most sinusitis

cases last four weeks or less, chronic sinusitis can last 12 weeks or more. It

can also be identified by frequent, recurring cases of acute sinusitis.

Chronic sinusitis can

usually be identified by a recurring headache in the front of your head or

around your eyes.

*The Causes and

Symptoms*

While acute sinusitis

is usually caused by infection with a virus or single type of bacteria, chronic

sinusitis is usually caused by infection with a mixture of bacteria or

allergies. It can occur at any time but may also follow a respiratory

infection, such as a cold.

Chronic sinusitis can

occur more often in people who have:

Abnormalities in the

structure of their sinuses or nasal passages

Nasal polyps

A deviated septum

(which means the wall between the right and left

sides of the nose is dramatically

off-center)

Unusually narrow

openings where the sinuses drain into the inner nose

Nasal tumors

Asthma

Cystic fibrosis

Immune system problems

Over time, chronic

sinusitis can actually damage the tissues of the sinuses. It also causes a

number of uncomfortable symptoms:

Facial pain, pressure

or tenderness around the eyes, forehead or cheeks

Difficulty breathing

through your nose

Headache in the front

of the head or around the eyes

Pain in the teeth or

roof of mouth

Runny nose with yellow

or yellow-green, thick discharge

Cough

Bad breath

*Treatment Options*

If you suspect you may

have chronic sinusitis, you should visit your doctor. He or she may also refer

you to an allergist or an ear, nose and throat specialist. Your doctor may be

able to diagnose chronic sinusitis upon examination, or the following tools may

be used:

*Nasal endoscopy:* A

thin tube is inserted through your nose to visually inspect the inside of your

sinuses.

Imaging: Computerized

tomography (CT) scan or magnetic resonance imaging

(MRI) may be used to

view details in your sinuses that may be difficult to detect with an endoscope.

Conventional

treatments for chronic sinusitis include nasal corticosteroid sprays,

antibiotics and even surgery to enlarge nasal passages or remove polyps.

However, there are a number of steps you can take to prevent chronic sinusitis

from flaring up and help reduce the symptoms naturally.

*Natural Methods for

Treating and Preventing Chronic Sinusitis*

Using a saline nasal

wash several times a day can help to clear your sinuses and make breathing

easier.

If you know you are

prone to sinusitis, the following precautions can help prevent a recurrence:

Don't smoke and avoid

being exposed to secondhand smoke.

Avoid spending long

periods of time outdoors when pollution and allergens are high.

<http://www.sixwise.com/newsletters/05/09/07/pollution.htm>

If you have allergies,

use these 26 simple steps to prevent allergy flare-ups, which will also reduce your

chances of a sinusitis flare-up.

<http://www.sixwise.com/newsletters/05/04/12/allergies.htm>,

which

Drink plenty of

fluids.

If you have a cold,

blow your nose gently and correctly, using one nostril at a time.

http://www.sixwise.com/newsletters/06/01/11/coughing.htm

 

Avoid traveling by

airplane if you have a cold, bout of sinusitis or allergy flare-up.

Avoid alcohol, which

can cause your sinus membranes to swell.

Eat a variety of foods

like fruits and vegetables, to boost your immune system, which may help fight

off an underlying infection, and reduce inflammation in your body.

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>,

<http://www.sixwise.com/newsletters/05/02/22.inflammation.htm>

Meanwhile, if you feel

the pain of chronic sinusitis setting in, these methods can help reduce

symptoms:

Rinse your nose with a

saline solution several times a day.

Inhale steam from a

kettle or pot of boiling water (being careful not to get burned) or use a

humidifier

<http://www.sixwise.com/newsletters/05/jan05/humidifiers.html>.

Don't bend over with

your head down, as this can increase pain.

Apply warm packs to

your face.

Get plenty of rest and

drink plenty of fluids.

 

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*Sources*

Mayo

Clinic: Chronic Sinusitis

<http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/chronic-sinusitis/DS00232>

Chronic

Sinusitis in Adults

<http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/9339/10414.html>

Medline

Plus: Chronic Sinusitis

<http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000677.htm>

 

 

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