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- 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) - Basic Things You Need To Know About Sinusitis - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsSinusitis or sinus infection is the inflammation or swelling of the mucosal lining of any of the four pairs of paranasal sinuses embedded in the bones of the skull. This lining produces mucus which serves to clear out bacteria and foreign particles from the sinuses to keep these from clogging. ...
Views: 1674(1 vote) - Benefits of Sinus Irrigation - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsSinus irrigation comes in other different names such as sinus wash, sinus rinse or sinus flushing. But just the same, sinus irrigation is the process of flushing excess mucus, bacteria and other debris out of the nose and sinuses. The principle is quite simple: a solution made from a combination ...
Views: 2054(1 vote) - 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) - Easy Steps in Doing Nasal Irrigation - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsYour nose definitely has functions that cannot be disrupted. It filters the air and keeps it moist, and plays an important role in your overall well-being and health. It is, thus, very important that the health of the nose, especially its inner structures, are well-preserved. When your nose ...
Views: 1861(1 vote) - Managing Subacute Sinusitis with Antibiotics - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsAn inflammation of the sinuses that developed from acute sinusitis, subacute sinusitis has symptoms that persist for as long as 4 weeks, but no more than 8 weeks. Otherwise, it is classified as acute (for less than 4 weeks) or chronic (for more than 8 weeks). Clinically, subacute sinusitis ...
Views: 3093(1 vote) - Myths and Facts about Sinusitis - by Submitted on May 31, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsWith so many people suffering from sinusitis, it is quite common for several myths to exist about this condition. But believing the myths only leads to more pain, discomfort and suffering. Because of this, it is important to set the record straight and arm people with the knowledge about ...
Views: 2808(1 vote) - Relieving Your Congestion - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsCongestion can be the result of a cold, flu, allergies or a sinus infection. The symptoms of sinus infection congestion can be painful pressure within the nostril and facial area. Your sinuses naturally produce mucus, which helps to moisturize and drain the nasal passage. When your sinus opening ...
Views: 1235(3 votes) - Simple Toothache or Sinus Infection? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsWhen you have a toothache, the first thing that comes to mind is that you might have tooth cavities, abscesses or other dental problems. Immediately, you visit a dentist for professional help. But did it ever happen to you where the dentist didn’t find anything wrong with your teeth? If this is ...
Views: 6365(1 vote) - 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) - 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) - Sinus Infection Rinse Treatments - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsSinus infection rinse has proven to be an excellent natural cure and effective home remedy for sinus infection. There are several ways to perform a sinus infection rinse. The following are only a few of your options: Sinus Infection Rinse with the Use of a Plastic Syringe - this method is ...
Views: 1430(3 votes) - Common Cold or Sinus Infection? - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsLink between Common Colds and Sinus Infection • A common cold is an upper respiratory infection caused by a virus, infecting your nose and throat. When you have a cold, you would feel symptoms such as clogged and runny nose, post-nasal drip, headache and fatigue. For some, coughing and low ...
Views: 1182(5 votes) - How to Use and Prepare Homemade Sinus Wash - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Jillian PhillipsSinus washes help relieve the symptoms of hay fever and allergy. In this method, the nasal passages are cleansed by washing away the particles accumulated inside the nose, providing rapid relief from symptoms caused by allergens such as pollen and dust particles. This process of cleansing the ...
Views: 19378(1 vote) - 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) - 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) - 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) - 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) - 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) - Treating Your Sinus Infection Symptoms - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsSinus trouble comes in two versions: acute and chronic. The acute attack of sinusitis, which lasts for a week to ten days, produces a headache that can range in intensity from minor to what feels like bone shattering. Chronic sinus infection symptoms seldom causes head pain, although it does ...
Views: 1080(6 votes) - Can Deviated Nasal Septum Cause Sinus Problems? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2010 from Jillian PhillipsDeviated Nasal Septum What is a deviated nasal septum? What are the implications of this condition? Does it cause sinus problems for a person? These are just some of the questions that might run on your mind if you are diagnosed with having deviated nasal septum. Ideally, the nasal septum is ...
Views: 3711(2 votes) - 5 Easy Steps in Getting Rid of Sinus Rhinitis - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsLike sinusitis, sinus rhinitis is a respiratory condition which can make life miserable for its victim. Having this condition means that there is inflammation in the mucus membranes of the nose. It manifests itself through symptoms such as sneezing, watery eyes, runny nose, nasal congestion and ...
Views: 8357(1 vote) - Compounding Pharmacy – History and Trends - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2009 from Jillian PhillipsCompounding pharmacy is a practice in pharmacy that specializes in creating drugs by mixing various ingredients. It has been the dominant way of creating medicines for hundreds of years and was only replaced by mass-produced drugs 50 years ago when 60% of all medications were produced by ...
Views: 5457(1 vote) - 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) - 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 - 5 Reasons Why You Should Do Nasal Irrigation - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsIf you are suffering from chronic nasal allergies, sinus infections and rhinitis, nasal irrigation is one way to deal with all your nasal problems. Stuffy nose, colds and congestion are always present during nasal infections, which means that the nasal passages are perpetually clogged. The nasal ...
Views: 1211 - 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 - Beat Sinusitis with Sinus Medication Topical Therapy - by Submitted on May 11, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsSinusitis and allergic rhinitis patients have discovered the benefits of sinus medication topical therapy to combat their chronic sinusitis ailments. This kind of therapy brings cutting edge technology into sinus treatments that patients have never experienced before. This therapy is also very ...
Views: 1616 - Break the Sinus Curse! - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsSinusitis is now one of the most common health conditions in the United States, affecting almost 40 million Americans every year. A sinus infection is not life-threatening, but has a very significant impact on a person’s quality of living. It is also found that sinusitis is one of the major ...
Views: 1537 - 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 - Chronic Sinusitis in Children - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsChronic sinusitis is often difficult to diagnose in children since they rarely present with the same signs and symptoms as adults. In addition, children have frequent upper respiratory tract infections (URI). It may be difficult to distinguish recurrent URIs from chronic sinus disease. The ...
Views: 1237 - 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 - Clearing Your Blocked Sinus Naturally - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsWhen your sinuses are blocked, it can be frustrating and irritating to go about your normal routine. Eating and sleeping can be difficult, as you are unable to breathe properly. It can also affect your sense of balance and cause sinus headaches when the blockage reaches the ears. Aside from ...
Views: 1331 - Colds and Allergies Getting Worse? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsAre your colds and nasal allergies getting out of hand? Are you using all treatments possible to no avail? If so, then you could have developed more serious problems such as a sinus infection or sinusitis. Many cases of colds and allergies lead to sinusitis (inflammation of the paranasal ...
Views: 1081 - 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 - End the Battle with Chronic Sinusitis - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsAre you suffering from persistent and long-lasting sinusitis symptoms? Your nose keeps running and running relentlessly? Is your throat perpetually sore? If you are experiencing these sinus and nasal discomforts for a long time now, it is time to wage a battle with chronic sinusitis. What is ...
Views: 1966 - 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 - Fighting Sinusitis With Nasal Nebulizers - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsThe sinuses are hollow cavities in the head, which are normally filled with one of two substances – mucus and air. In some cases, however, a third type of substance may be found sitting within your sinuses – foreign materials. These can range from plain old dust, molds, pollen, and smoke, to ...
Views: 1689 - Focus on Non-Allergic Rhinitis - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsIn medical terms, the suffix “–itis” is used to denote inflammation of a certain area of the body. “Rhino-” on the other hand, refers to the nose. Rhinitis, therefore, refers to the condition in which there is inflammation of the nasal mucosa. Most people actually think that rhinitis is the same ...
Views: 1152 - 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 - Fungal Sinusitis Q&A - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsQ: Is Fungal Sinusitis Common? A: The fungi that cause fungal sinusitis include the most common varieties of fungi we know, such as the common bread molds. Furthermore, these fungal elements are found almost anywhere - in the soil and even in the air we breathe. Quite surprisingly though, there ...
Views: 1105 - Fungi: The Unusual Sinus Infection Suspects - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsTalking about sinus infection, you could be thinking bacterial invasion is what causes it. You are partly correct. Most bouts with sinusitis emerge as a result of bacterial infection. However, bacteria aren’t the ONLY organisms that can cause sinus infections. Other organisms could cause sinus ...
Views: 1452 - Get the Facts on Nebulized Sinus Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsIf you are experiencing sinusitis or have experienced it before, you may well know about the discomforts, inconvenience and suffering that this illness brings. Colds, headache, coughing, congestion, facial pain and pressure, and post nasal drip are the most common symptoms of sinusitis. The sad ...
Views: 4488 - Home Nebulizer Therapy - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from Jillian PhillipsA nebulizer, also known as a breathing machine, changes asthma medication from a liquid to a mist, so that it can be more easily inhaled into the lungs. Home nebulizer therapy is particularly effective in providing nebulized sinus treatment for infants and small children and anyone who is unable ...
Views: 1322 - How Can a Nasal Nebulizer Help Your Sinusitis? - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsAre you suffering from sinusitis or sinus infection? Do you fail to respond to oral antibiotics or intravenous treatment, or cannot tolerate them? Are you not open to sinus surgery or still suffer sinus problems even after the surgery? A nasal nebulizer can be the solution, so you can once again ...
Views: 6284 - 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 ...
Views: 620 - How to Prevent Fungal Sinusitis - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsDo you have chronic fungal sinusitis? Have you tried all possible fixes but still fail to find the right cure for your sinusitis? Did you know that you are in great risk of losing your battle with fungal sinusitis if you do not directly target the real cause? Fungal Sinusitis - Causes and ...
Views: 1655 - How to Spot a Good Nebulizer - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsLevel Up A nebulizer is a small to medium sized, usually electricity-powered medical device. It is used to break up medical solutions/suspensions into small aerosol droplets, for direct inhalation to the lungs from its mouthpiece or mask. Nebulizers are probably most familiar among ...
Views: 1344 - 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 - Nasal and Sinus Drainage: Color Clues - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Jillian PhillipsThe Slime on Our Side You might have never given it much thought, but mucus- the clear, slippery secretion covering the mucous membranes, is a hardworking ally that works day in and out to keep nasty infections at bay. Mucus is typically produced by mucous cells. Mucus contains mostly ...
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