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- The ABCs of Sinus Infection Medication - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsThe sinuses are four sets of air-filled cavities in the skull. These cavities are ventilated through small openings called ostia (singular: ostium) which open into the nasal cavity. For a variety of reasons such as anatomic defects, reaction to any allergen or simple diseases like common colds, ...
Views: 1077 - Care to Use a Netipot? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsSuffering from nasal allergies? If so, has someone suggested to you try using a netipot? It could’ve been your first time to hear about it. Or, maybe just today while you’re reading this. Nasal Irrigation For perennial allergic rhinitis sufferers, nasal irrigation is vital. Nasal ...
Views: 1076 - Ease Allergy Woes With Sinus Irrigation - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsEnjoying the summer to the hilt? Way to go! But for many Americans, the most awaited summer weather can be the most awful season for allergies. You might be one of them. This could mean that your spring allergy is continuing to sabotage your body up to this day. Could it be that it never totally ...
Views: 1076 - Treating Sinus Problems Naturally - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsSinus problems most commonly lead to millions of doctor visits annually. Almost twenty percent of Americans suffer from these every year especially during winter season. For many people, winter is a good season to spend time outdoors – skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, and other outdoor ...
Views: 1069(2 votes) - Stop Nasal Infection Before It’s Too Late - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsTired of nasal infection problems bothering you every time you wake up in the morning? Or worse, if it keeps you up at night, depriving you of the precious sleep that we all need. Nasal infection, also known as sinusitis, is one common health condition happening to millions of Americans year in ...
Views: 1061 - Therapy for Your Sinus Infection Symptoms - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsSinus is a cavity in the skull that connects to the nostril. Inflammation or redness that occurs in the sinuses are sinus infection symptoms due to the blockage of air. The other name of sinus infection is sinusitis. Other sinus infection symptoms include nasal congestion with discharge or ...
Views: 1056(2 votes) - Sinus Irrigation Advantage - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsSinus infection irrigation is the process of flushing excess mucus, bacteria and other debris out of the nose and sinuses. The principle of this process is quite simple: a solution made from a combination of water and salt is allowed to enter through one nostril and drain out of the other. There ...
Views: 1053(2 votes) - Relief from Sinusitis Through Nebulization - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsHow Does a Nebulizer Work? A nebulizer is a small to medium-sized medical device that is equipped with an air compressor, allowing it to aerosolize medications. To aerosolize means to convert liquid to aerosol particles. These particles are in turn, directly inhaled by the patient through ...
Views: 1041 - Why Compounded Sinus Medications Can Be Right For You - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsHave you tried all medications you could possibly find to treat your recurring sinus problems and have been unsuccessful in getting the right results? Worry not! There is a great solution from sinus compounding pharmacies that could be the “right fix” for your sinus troubles. Understanding ...
Views: 1037 - Spring Away Your Nasal Allergies This Season! - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsAs the spring allergy season looms, allergy sufferers are facing the burden of combating respiratory problems brought about by this seasonal discomfort. Although most allergies come in different forms, the most common causes of allergies are particles in the air. In the United States, early ...
Views: 1030 - Acute and Chronic Sinus Infection Treatment - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsAt first, it may be hard to tell whether you have acute sinus infection or chronic sinus infection. After a diagnosis, you may learn that these two differ not only in the nature of the condition but also in the treatments used to improve individual symptoms. Below is a quick review of the ...
Views: 1022(1 vote) - The One Sinus Medication You Need to Have - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsHave you found the best cure to beat the sinus blues? You and the almost 38 million Americans in the United States suffering from sinusitis annually are aware that finding the most effective medicine for sinusitis can be very difficult. Many chronic sinusitis sufferers have tried different ...
Views: 1018 - Freedom from Allergic Rhinitis - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsWhen the mucous membranes lining the inside surface of the nose get inflamed, a condition called rhinitis results. Rhinitis has two broad types - allergic and non-allergic. Allergic rhinitis, or also known as nasal allergy, is much more common, so this article will focus more on it. Perennial ...
Views: 1002 - Cleanse Your Sinuses Through Sinus Irrigation - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsSpring is here! It is so tempting to stay in the lovely outdoors. Sunshine, flowers and fresh air all make up the season of spring. This is also the season for nasal allergies, rhinitis and sinusitis. Bad news to allergy-prone people. If you are one of them, this is the time for sneezing, ...
Views: 997 - Outsmart Nasal Allergy - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsSpring is almost coming to a close and the summer season is fast approaching. This means that people will be spending more and more time outdoors. Taking a jog, walking, running, or strolling outdoors in the sunshine gives great benefits to your health and well-being, but could also be a downer ...
Views: 993 - Spotlight on Sinusitis - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsWhat It Is The condition known as sinusitis refers to the inflammation of the sinuses. Humans have 4 pairs of these air-filled cavities. Under normal circumstances, mucus produced within these cavities drain out of the nose through openings called sinus ostia. However, because of inflammation ...
Views: 991(1 vote) - Three Sinusitis Questions and Answers - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsWhile it is always best to seek professional help in answering your health queries, being armed with basic information by browsing through internet articles or health books can be, of course, an added advantage. In fact, these days, when massive information can be availed at a click of your ...
Views: 975 - What Nasal Irrigation Does for You - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsIt may not seem that apparent, but confinement and treatment expenses resulting from common infections like sinus infections actually consume a chunk of the average American budget yearly. And why not, sinus infections are often managed using various combinations of medications including ...
Views: 968 - What to Do When Your Sinus Medication Fails You - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsHow many times have you tried to treat your sinus symptoms with sinus medication that have not delivered any positive relief? For many people, there are some sinusitis treatments that are unsuccessful ever since they could remember - a waste of time and money which, in turn, becomes a big source ...
Views: 965 - Sinus Infections in Young Children - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsSinus infections in young children are just as common as sinus infections in adults. Unfortunately, very young children may not be able to express the discomfort that they are feeling clearly enough for their parents to understand. This means that parents need to be alert for symptoms so they ...
Views: 960(3 votes) - Sinusitis Cures You Can Try at Home - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsIf you are no stranger to waking up with a stuffy nose, headache, facial tenderness, bad breath and a general feeling that you are always fatigued, you could be suffering from a sinus infection. Just what is this sinus infection, you might ask? First, you need to know that in humans, there are ...
Views: 941 - Fight Nasal Allergy This Spring! - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsSpring is just around the corner. Springtime is much awaited after the long, cold spell that dragged many individuals down for a couple of months. This season is said to be a “renewal”, the start of new things to come. It is also referred to as a rebirth or regrowth. But weather wise, spring is ...
Views: 939 - What You Need to Know About Fungal Sinusitis - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsMost cases of sinusitis result from bacterial infection. Much less frequently, fungi cause the sinus infection. Since some aspects of clinical management depend on whether the causative agents are bacteria and/or fungi, it is important to be able to differentiate one from the ...
Views: 930 - What are the Treatment Options for Sinusitis? - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsHome Solutions We all get sick every once in a while and indeed, it is not really advisable to rush to the doctor at the very first sign of illness. For a whole lot of health problems we may encounter, including sinus infections, we may benefit from general techniques like increasing oral fluid ...
Views: 921 - What Sinus Irrigation Can Do for You - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsWhat is It? You must have heard of sinus irrigation already. It has been the subject of a lot of alternative medicine articles. A lot of people have affirmed the benefits they get out of this simple process. Nonetheless, if you are quite clueless about it, the following information might be ...
Views: 908 - Nasal Irrigation: It’s Not As Hard As You Think! - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsDid you know that nasal irrigation, also known as nasal washing, is an ancient Hindu practice of personal hygiene and cleansing? Yoga practitioners often use this method to achieve excellent flow of breathing air into the nose, which is crucial in yoga. It all comes down to this - when your nose ...
Views: 896 - Anatomy of the Sinuses - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsIt may not seem much like it, but sinus infections are fast becoming one of the medical conditions that consume a lot of financial resources for treatment. Consider the following information: In the United States, the incidence of sinus infections has increased 18% over the last decade. This ...
Views: 886 - Diagnosis and Treatment of a Sinus Problem - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsA Sinus problem, infection or sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinuses and nasal passages. A sinus infection can cause a headache or pressure in the eyes, nose, cheek area, or on one side of the head. A person with a sinus problem may also have a cough, a fever, bad breath, and nasal ...
Views: 883(1 vote) - The Problem with Nasal Infections - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsHaving the sniffles? Is your nose constantly clogged? Your common cold can lead to an infection of the nasal passages and sinus cavity. This condition is also called sinusitis. Sinusitis can also be caused by allergies, fungus, or environmental factors. What Happens During a Nasal ...
Views: 876 - Why Should Sinus Infections Be Taken Seriously? - by Submitted on May 16, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsSinus infections are one of the most common of the respiratory disorders. In the United States alone, it is estimated that over 37 million Americans suffer from sinus infections each year. Usually following a bout of common cold, acute sinusitis is normally short-term and reacts very well with ...
Views: 872(2 votes) - Sinusitis Infection Therapy - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsAnatomy Simplified Humans have four pairs of paranasal sinuses. These air-filled hollow cavities are located in several areas of the skull. They are lined by a mucous membrane and have orifices known as ostia that open into the nasal cavity. Each pair of sinus has its own name. The frontal ...
Views: 871 - Kids with Sinusitis: What A Parent Needs to Know - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsWhen you have sinusitis, you would most definitely have to deal with the stuffiness brought about by excess mucus trapped in your nasal passages. Breathing normally seems impossible because of congestion. Severe headaches usually follow as pressure builds up in your head. Just imagine the ...
Views: 867 - Sinus Medication - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsIf you’re looking for sinus medication, you’ll be glad to know that there are lots of options for you. The most important thing is to alleviate the symptoms that are most bothersome. There are different types of sinus problems with different sets of symptoms. Some common symptoms include: ...
Views: 857 - What Makes a Good Nebulizer? - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsMost people are familiar with a nebulizer. Yes, you might have seen one in a clinic, hospital or even in someone’s home. Usually, a nebulizer is a small to medium-sized electric equipment that is equipped with an air compressor, allowing it to aerosolize medications, that is, to convert liquid ...
Views: 847 - Sinusitis 101 – Its Symptoms, Types, and Common Treatments - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsSinus infection or sinusitis is a common ailment affecting millions of people worldwide. It usually develops after bouts of common cold, flu, or allergies. Sinusitis occurs when the sinus cavities located in the bones behind your nose and your eyes becomes swollen or inflamed, obstructing the ...
Views: 813 - Sinusitis Essentials - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsSinusitis Basics Sinuses are hollow cavities found within the skull. For humans, there are four pairs of sinuses, referred to as the frontal, maxillary, ethmoid and sphenoid sinuses. These cavities have holes, called ostia, which open into the nasal cavities allowing them to drain mucous ...
Views: 777 - Ways to Go with Topical Sinus Treatments - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsSinus Savers Treatment of sinus infections often requires more than one medication: * Decongestants act by constricting the blood vessels in the sinus cavities to relieve the congestion and also to decrease the mucus production. * Corticosteroids complement the benefits of decongestants ...
Views: 761(2 votes) - When Chronic Sinusitis Attacks - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsSinus infection, or sinusitis as it is usually called, is a common medical condition that causes blockage in one’s nasal passages. Bacteria, fungi, or virus are the usual culprits for sinusitis. Early signs to watch out for include frequent headaches, stuffiness of the nose, facial pain and ...
Views: 692(1 vote) - How to Fight Off Sinus Infections with Water - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsWater is life. The human body itself is composed of about 75% water. With this, it is not surprising at all that having enough water in our system is crucial for good health. Water works wonders in helping maintain a healthy weight, flushing out toxins and keeping skin look good and supple. But ...
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