Sinus Infection: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

The current weather is the most favorable season for sinusitis. Rain on sunny days, sunny during monsoons, cold winds in the afternoon we have been seeing all sorts of weird weather conditions lately.

Sinusitis is the most common health problem faced by most people in such adverse weather conditions that have a severe impact on health.

Let’s discuss the symptoms and precautions to be taken.

Breathing infection

Sinusitis is an infection of the sinuses. It is caused by inflammation in the sinus lining tissue. The sinuses produce thin mucus which comes out through the nasal passages. This keeps the nose clean and free of infection. These sinuses are usually filled with air and when they are filled with fluid, they become susceptible to infections that can lead to sinusitis. This infection can happen to anyone but people with allergies, asthma, and weakened immune systems often get sinus infections.

Symptoms

• Leaks from the nose with dense discolored fluid (yellow)
• Facial pain lasting more than 10 days
• Difficulty in breathing through the nose due to nasal congestion or obstruction
• Pain, tenderness, swelling around eyes, cheeks, ears, head, upper jaw, and teeth
• Seems to have reduced odor and taste
• Sore throat, bad breath, fatigue

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Causes

• Sinusitis is usually caused by a virus, bacteria, or fungus. A common cold can lead to sinusitis where the sinuses become swollen and lead to infections. Seasonal allergies will occur when the body is exposed to allergens such as pollen or dust, the sinuses become swollen and block the path leading to sinusitis.
• Smoking increases the risk of sinus infections, tobacco smoke irritates the nasal airways, causing the body to produce more mucus, which can lead to allergies or cold sinusitis.

Treatment

• Sinusitis can be treated in different ways depending on the severity. The primary treatment for these infections is decongestants, nasal irrigation with saline solution, antibiotics, and drinking plenty of water.
• Intranasal steroid sprays, oral histamine tablets, and antihistamine sprays are prescribed by doctors as part of treatment.
• Nasal cleansing using saline solutions containing additional medications is also an effective tool for treating sinus infections.
• Surgery to fix the problem when no other treatments are successful in controlling the infections.

Prevention is the key

• Adequate awareness and precaution can prevent sinusitis.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick with colds or infections.
• Wash hands frequently with soap before and after meals.
• If you have any allergies, keep them under control by following the doctor’s instructions.
• The lungs and nasal passages should not be exposed to pollutants such as tobacco smoke which can cause irritation and inflammation.

In addition to the above symptoms, immediate expert consultation is required if any other abnormalities are observed. A healthy diet and regular exercise can help eliminate unwanted toxins from the body

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