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Sinus Infections: Know the Symptoms

By: Jessica Vandelay

The frontal sinuses are located above both eyes. The ethmoid sinuses are located between the eyes in the nasal cavity; just below the ethmoid sinuses are the sphenoid sinuses, which are located closest to the brain. Underneath the eyes in the cheeks are the maxillary sinuses. Sinuses are lined with membranes that produce mucus, which drains through the nose. Smoke, dust, pollen and animal dander are some common irritants.
Most sinus infections, also known as sinusitis, occur due to the common cold or allergies. Often with a cold or allergies, your sinuses will become blocked by excessive mucus production or the lining of your sinuses will swell due to inflammation, resulting in congestion. The congestion may become infected from a bacteria, virus or fungus. The congestion results in sinus pressure and headaches.
Symptoms of sinus infections include sinus pressure, headache, sore throat, coughing, runny nose, itchy eyes and excessive discharge of mucus through your nose and mouth. Fever may also be a symptom. Mucus may be thick and yellow and green in color. Symptoms may last up to 10 days. Your doctor may take an X-ray or a CT scan to determine swelling, fluid, or small benign growths (polyps) in the sinuses. Over the counter anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin, acetaminophen, naproxen or ibuprofen can help relieve pain of a headache. Over the counter decongestants and mucus thinners may also be helpful. Always use medicines as directed by packaging or your doctor. If your healthcare provider diagnoses a sinus infection, he/she may also prescribe an antibiotic. If you think allergies are part of the cause, you may need to take antihistamines. Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics; however, according to the CDC most sinus infections result from viruses and antibiotics are therefore useless. There are a lot of ways to manage your sinus infection symptoms at home. Many health magazines are devoted to alternative medicines and treatments. Magazine titles like Natural Health, Prevention and Body and Soul Magazine.

Self-care tips
Purchase a nasal irrigation system at your neighborhood pharmacy. Use warm salt water to flush sinuses as much as needed.
Inhale steam from basin or hot shower to help clear sinuses and relieve pain
Put warm washcloths or icepacks on your face to relieve pain
Drink lots of water and get plenty of rest
Use a humidifier or vaporizer to add moisture to the air (be careful of mold growing in your vaporizer)

Prevention
•Avoid all irritants as much as possible
•Treat the problems that might cause the headaches, such as allergies
•Consult your doctor regarding prescription medicines

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For more information on health magazines, see www.magazines.com/ncom/mag?view=1&btn=B&l=10&search=health Jessica Vandelay is a free-lance writer in New York City.

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