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Home remedies for sinus can help ease the symptoms of sinusitis. However, it should be remembered that symptomatic action may bring relief, above all, in the initial stages of the disease development. Strong and recurring symptoms of inflammation should be considered an indication for a doctor’s appointment.
What are the symptoms of sinusitis?
Sinus problems are inherently associated with a stuffy nose and a worsening headache, among others. when tilting. The typical pain symptoms depend on which specific sinuses are inflamed. Pain may be at the root of the nose (ethmoid sinuses) or on the surface of the forehead (frontal sinus), causing pressure on the top of the head, as well as the jaw and ears (maxillary sinuses). More severe inflammation is usually accompanied by fever and sometimes swelling.
It is worth remembering that sinusitis can be caused by viruses (including adenoviruses, rhinoviruses, influenza viruses), bacteria, fungi or allergic reactions. Fighting annoying symptoms with home remedies should focus on clearing the nose, clearing the sinuses and fighting sinus inflammation.
Bays – herbal tea, which is a composition of herbs supporting the functioning of the human body, has a beneficial effect on the sinuses and immunity.
It is worth discussing symptoms suggesting sinusitis with your doctor during the TV visit. You can sign up for such a remote visit online and then talk to a specialist without leaving your home.
Home remedies for sinuses
The following methods of clearing the sinuses they are effective at the onset of the disease. Usually, they can then be used as an auxiliary, in addition to painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs.
1. Inhalations. Inhalations for the sinuses are significantly effective in bringing relief. They clear the respiratory tract and help to get rid of the residual secretions. For inhalation, you can use table salt, herbs (e.g. mint, chamomile) or essential oils such as eucalyptus, pine or lavender. Inhalation treatments should be repeated daily for several days. It is enough to prepare a bowl of hot water and add a few tablespoons of salt, herbs or a few drops of essential oil to it. Then we lean over the infusion, cover our head with a towel and inhale the vapors for a few minutes.
Pine oil is part of the resinous liniment in the bays of Ziołowa Wyspa. The ointment warms up, and its smell helps to liquefy and get rid of the residual secretions.
In this regard, it is worth paying attention to inhalers that clear the sinuses. A wide selection of inhalation devices is available on the Medonet Market.
2. Moisturizing the nasal mucosa. Long-term irritation of the nasal mucosa promotes the development of inflammation. That is why it is important to hydrate the body and drink up to three liters of water a day, which will help thin the residual secretion. It is better to avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks, which promote dehydration. Indoor air humidification is also recommended, especially in winter. The irritated and swollen mucosa can also be constricted with nasal drops. The latter should not be used for more than a week, because the body gets used to their operation, and the swelling may return.
3. Wraps on the sinuses. Another popular home treatment for sinuses is warm compresses for painful areas of the face. It is enough to wrap a previously heated iodine-bromine salt (available in pharmacies), peas or mustard in a linen fabric. Ready compresses – warm, but not stinging – apply to the forehead and the bridge of the nose. Quick compresses for the sinuses can also be done with a hot towel. You can also buy a universal hot-cold Visiomed Mud Mud Compress, reusable, which will relieve sinus pain. Try also Gel compress – Visiomed thermotherapy eye mask.
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4. Herbal infusions. Fluid intake is important with infections. In addition to water, it is worth reaching for warming teas and herbal infusions that are good for the sinuses. Ginger, cloves and cardamom have an antibacterial and decongestant effect on the respiratory tract, which are worth adding to teas. Regularly drunk infusions of linden, thyme, chamomile and sage will also be effective.
Try Zatoki – a liquid supplement that moisturizes, soothes and regulates the proper secretion of mucus in the upper respiratory tract.
5. Rinsing the sinuses. It is a procedure that is easiest to perform at home using nasal pears or special pharmacy kits. They are used to rinse the nasal passages and sinuses with a physiological saline solution injected into the nasal cavity under pressure. Seawater and distilled water are also used to rinse the sinuses. Contraindication to irrigation is otitis, blocked nasal septum or allergies to the ingredients of rinses.
You can order the Rhino Clear Mobile Rechargeable Nasal and Sinus Irrigator from Medonet Market.
You can also use tablets that have a beneficial effect on the paranasal sinuses, throat and nasal cavity. We recommend, for example, Na Zatoki – Panaseus dietary supplement – a preparation that strengthens the body and has a positive effect on the sinuses.
Supplements in the form of capsules are also effective for sinuses, such as SinuGrip for sinuses Herbal Monasterium, which you can buy at an attractive price on Medonet Market.
In case of chronic sinus problems, diagnosis of possible conditions may be indicated. One option is to perform an MRI of the sinuses, which is a non-invasive imaging examination.