Guide to reducing sinusitis symptoms

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The article was professionally consulted with Specialist Doctor I Le Van Quang - Department of General Surgery - Vinmec Nha Trang International General Hospital
Sinusitis is a condition in which the lining of the sinuses loses their normal function due to an infection. The lesions, if not treated promptly, lead to mucus stagnation and blockage of the sinus openings. To reduce sinusitis, in addition to medical treatments, patients can apply a number of supportive home remedies.

1. Identify the symptoms of sinusitis

The sinuses are hollow bone cavities with an inner lining, which plays a role in ensuring ventilation and pronunciation. The human body has 4 pairs of sinuses divided into 2 parts: anterior and posterior sinuses. Sinusitis is a condition in which the lining of the sinuses becomes inflamed, leading to loss of normal function. Sinusitis comes from causes such as viral and bacterial nasopharyngitis; Superinfection of the nose and sinuses; Mushroom; Due to the anatomical structure of the nose and sinuses... This is a very uncomfortable disease, which can cause fatigue and pain. If sinusitis is not treated promptly, the patient may develop complications such as bronchitis, pharyngitis, optic neuritis...
Symptoms of sinusitis include:
Runny nose: Patients with sinusitis always have a feeling of mucus in the throat, have to blow their nose, snort continuously. Nasal discharge is milky white, pale yellow or green. Nasal congestion: Nasal congestion can occur in one or both sides of the nose, making it difficult for the patient to breathe and wheeze. Pain: The location of pain depends on the location of the inflamed sinus cavity. Possible pain between the eyes (Anterior ethmoid sinusitis); Soreness between the eyebrows (frontal sinus); Cheek pain (maxillary sinusitis); Neck pain (sphenoid sinus or ethmoid sinus)... Decrease or loss of sense of smell: Swollen nasal conjunctiva or nasal polyps prevent odor from contacting the olfactory nerve, causing patients to decrease or lose their sense of smell.

2. Can sinusitis be cured?

Sinusitis is a respiratory disease. If acute sinusitis is treated properly, it will completely heal without leaving any complications. However, in the case of chronic sinusitis, the treatment process will take longer, even requiring surgical intervention. In addition, allergic or local sinusitis will be difficult to treat due to environmental factors, weather... If you have symptoms of sinusitis, you need to see a doctor for examination, endoscopy or imaging. CT scan of the nose and sinuses to determine the cause of sinusitis due to bacteria, fungi, allergies or structural malformations... from which to have appropriate treatment.
Sinusitis if not treated properly can cause complications such as:
Lower respiratory tract infection: Bronchiectasis, bronchitis... Eye complications: Orchitis, lacrimal sac inflammation, pressure eyelid car, eye socket inflammation... Ear complications: otitis media, otitis media, otitis externa.. Other complications of intracranial, vascular...

3. Guide to reducing sinusitis symptoms

To relieve sinusitis, patients can apply the following methods:
Drink plenty of water to thin the mucus, relieve pain, and stuffy nose. The patient can apply a warm towel several times a day, inhale the nose 1-2 times a day. Take medication as prescribed by your doctor. Limit exposure to dusty, cold, cigarette smoke or strong chemical odors, where the temperature is different. Always wear a mask when going out or working in dusty places. Use a humidifier to keep moisture in the air. To remove mucous membranes, you can spray your nose with saline several times a day. Add vitamins to increase the body's resistance. When sleeping, the pillow should be high to help reduce mucus accumulation and breathe easier. In severe cases of sinusitis, surgery is required to avoid complications. Full rest. When resting, the body produces white blood cells to fight bacteria and viruses. In addition, rest helps reduce sinus pressure, increasing recovery time. Apply deep breathing exercises, meditation, yoga to relax and relieve pain. Keep body warm when it's cold, rainy, prevent flu from turning into sinusitis. Viral sinusitis is a contagious disease, so do not share personal items with someone who has sinusitis. When having symptoms such as runny nose, headache, sneezing, etc., it is necessary to see a specialist for timely diagnosis and treatment.
Otolaryngology - Vinmec International General Hospital is an address specializing in the examination and treatment of sinusitis as well as common ENT diseases, head and neck tumors, congenital malformations in the ear area. nasopharyngeal surgery by common surgical methods such as surgery, microscopic or endoscopic tympanic patch, fistula removal surgery, Bondy surgery, nasopharyngeal aerosol, nasal septal injection, nasal burning... nasopharyngitis effectively, avoiding dangerous complications.

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