subject: Sinus Problems- Be Informed [print this page] Isnt it annoying to start your day with frequent sneezing, throbbing facial pains and headache? If youve been wondering why one night you went to bed feeling perfectly fine then just woke up one day feeling so terrible. If so, then you might want to consider having your sinuses assessed by an eyes, ears, nose, and throat specialist. The total number of individuals suffering from sinusitis every year is indeed quite alarming. Yet, not everyone who has had one sinus attack understood the facts behind every sinus attack. If you are among these individuals, then this article is for you. Read on and discover how you will be able to save yourself from becoming another victim of the tormenting sinus infection.
Let us first describe what sinus infection is. Sinusitis infection happens when a persons sinuses gets inflamed no matter what the reason is. If the mucosal lining gets irritated, it becomes inflamed and causes blockage, the end result would then be sinus infection. When the mucous accumulates in your sinus cavities, it becomes a very healthy ground for bacteria to grow. If the infection sets in, a lot more membrane will begin to swell causing more blockages.
So whos to blame with your inflamed sinuses?
Well, there are so many factors that cause irritation to the nasal lining. These factors include:
Bacteria
Allergens
Pollens
Dust
Viruses
Poor ventilation
Fungi or molds
Weak immune system
Smoke
Snorting of cocaine and the likes
Over the counter medications that causes irritations
According to recent studies fungi and molds have become one of the leading causes of sinus infection. Technologies used to determine the cause of sinus attacks is becoming more and more accurate and sophisticated. Using this latest innovation in the technology, it was found out that molds have become the leading cause of sinus infection. The allergen which was once believed to be the main cause of sinusitis no longer dominates the center stage. As a matter of fact recent studies include lack of sleep as one of the cause of sinusitis. Exercise is also one factor that scientist considers. Many people are unaware of these new discoveries. People suffering from sinusitis are so pre occupied with eliminating the common cause of sinus infection, yet they did not know that appropriate rest and exercise is also needed to prevent sinus attacks.
