Sinusitis
If you are affected by sinusitis, you probably know where your sinuses are, lying in the bones around the nose. Sinusitis occurs when your sinuses become inflamed, sometimes after you come down with a virus or bacterial infection. You might have sinusitis if you develop a fever, cough, nasal congestion, or postnasal drip at the same time. Sometimes sinusitis can make your head hurt, or make your sinuses feel sore. Some people with sinusitis also have problems with allergies. Talk to your doctor about treatment for sinusitis. Prescription and over-the-counter medications can help you with your symptoms.
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- Q How can sinusitis affect my child?
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Sinusitis is an infection of the sinuses (the air-filled, bony cavities around the forehead, cheeks, nose and eyes). They can become infected when blocked by swelling or mucus due to colds or allergies. Sinusitis occurs most often in older children and... Full Answer
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- Q What are the symptoms of sinusitis in children?
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Symptoms of sinusitis in children include cough, nasal drainage, and bad breath. Full Answer
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- Q How can a neti pot relieve a sinus infection?
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Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, Integrative MedicineYou can use a neti pot to rinse your sinuses, which can relieve a sinus infection. Use either a mixture of 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 g) of salt dissolved in 1 cup (240 ml) of lukewarm water or a premixed sinus rinse. Gently pour some of the solution... Full Answer
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- Q How can nasal sprays containing colloidal silver help treat sinusitis?
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Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, Integrative MedicineA helpful, over-the-counter treatment for sinusitis is a nasal spray containing colloidal silver. Silver is an effective agent against most infections. Liquid silver can even be taken orally for many types of difficult-to-treat chronic... Full Answer
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- Q How does having an orgasm clear my sinuses?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyAn orgasm has the added bonus of clearing the sinuses. In this video, Dr. Oz explains why airways can clear after an orgasm. Full Answer
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- Q How can yeast overgrowth cause sinusitis?
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Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, Integrative MedicineEating sugar to excess causes the overgrowth of yeast. In turn, the yeast triggers an inflammatory reaction in the nose and sinuses. This causes swelling, blocking the drainage from these areas. Whenever drainage in the body is blocked (e.g.,... Full Answer
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- Q How can a nasal rinse help treat sinusitis?
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Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, Integrative MedicineIf you have a sinus infection, nasal rinses can bring you relief. Dissolve 1⁄2 teaspoon (2.5 g) of salt in 1 cup (240 ml) of lukewarm water. Add a pinch of baking soda to make the solution gentler if it is irritating your nasal passages.... Full Answer
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- Q How is sinusitis in children treated?
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Sinusitis may subside without specific treatment; however, it may require antibiotics and other medications for cure. In very rare cases, acute sinus infection may spread to the eyes or the brain, and urgent treatment is necessary. Full Answer
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- Q What are the causes of sinusitis in children?
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There are several things that cause sinusitis in children. They include: A viral or bacterial infection that spreads to the sinuses from the nose Anatomical irregularities of the nose and or sinuses Nasal allergy Environmental irritants like dust, air... Full Answer
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- Q Does sinusitis affect children differently than adults?
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Sinusitis will affect children differently than adults depending on the child's age. However, both children's and adults' symptoms start off like a common cold. Younger children usually have cold-like symptoms such as a runny nose or nasal congestion and... Full Answer
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