subject: Sinus Inflammation- Causes, Symptoms And Treatment [print this page] Sinus inflammation- a common problem in respiratory track is described as an inflammation or swelling in the mucous membrane of sinuses. Basically, sinuses are the hollow cavities with mucous membrane lining and are located in the face bones near to the nose. There are two types of sinusitis- acute and chronic. Acute sinusitis lasts foe only a few days while chronic sinusitis lasts for several months. The problem is actually caused because of viruses which trigger the common colds. Nasal openings often get blocked when viral infection leads to swelling in the sinuses and therefore impeding the flow of mucous and air. This further gives a chance to the bacteria to breed inside. Sinusitis could be allergic, viral, fungal or bacterial. Sinusitis can also occur because of structural problem of nasal passage.
In rare cases if the problem is left untreated it could also result in fatal complications like meningitis where infection spreads out to the eyes or brain. Some patients might experience vision problems. In certain cases infection can even spread to the blood vessels. Some of the common symptoms of this debilitating condition include cough, fatigue, fever, severe headache in the mornings, nasal congestion, pain around the eyes and on the forehead.
Treatments for sinus inflammation
Sinus patients are often more comfortable with the natural remedies for treating sinus inflammation instead of going for the over-the-counter decongestants, nasal sprays, antihistamines, pain killers etc because of their many harmful effects. Acute sinusitis can be treated successfully with various home remedies, but bacterial sinusitis needs an antibiotic course. Use of nasal sprays and decongestants for a very long time can result in worsening the nasal congestion. Here are some home remedies to fight this problem-
Make a saline wash for the nasal by mixing one teaspoon of sea salt into one cup of warm water. Use this nasal wash to rinse the nasal passage by pouring some amount of it in one nostril and then let it come through the other. It washes away the bacteria and also helps to loosen congestion.
Inhale steam by adding some drops of cider vinegar into hot water and breathe in its vapours. This highly effective sinus home remedy is quite popular among patients who prefer natural treatments over medications.
Consuming jalapeno peppers can also prove to be quite effective in draining mucus.
Another extremely effective sinus treatment is to take hot shower in order to let water hit your sinuses and loosen mucus.
So, if you are suffering from any of the symptoms, try the above mentioned home remedies to alleviate these symptoms.
