Chronic Sinusitis Treatment

The inflammation and swelling of the sinuses is what characterizes the condition of chronic sinusitis. It causes interference with the drainage and thus, leads to a build up of mucus. Also known as chronic rhinosinusitis, this ailment restricts the sufferer to breathe properly through his nose. The culprits of this disease include conditions such as deviated nasal septum, nasal polyps or tumors, allergic reactions and infections like cold, pollen, dust, etc. Apart from these, ailments such as those related to the immune system and even trauma to the face may also recuperate into this condition.

Symptoms
Discharge from the nose, which may be thick, yellow or green, is one of the early symptoms of sinusitis. The drainage can also occur down the back of the throat. Congestion which may cause difficulty in breathing, is the next symptom, followed by aches in the upper jaw and teeth. Areas around the eyes, cheeks, nose or forehead may pain or swell and the sense of smell and taste may be felt to be diminishing. Other symptoms include cough, foul breath, nausea, fatigue, sore throat and earache.

Treatment Options
Medically, chronic sinusitis is treated with saline nasal sprays, corticosteroids (injection or topical, for reducing inflammation), decongestants and pain killers. In case, the patient is diagnosed with a bacterial infection, then he/she may be put on antibiotics. The condition is also treated with the help of immunotherapy (therapy designed to produce immunity to a disease or to enhance resistance by the immune system) and in some severe cases, surgery.

Natural Treatment
When immediate medical treatment remains unavailable, then one can take up the following self-care measures to stabilize the condition:

• Pungent foods such as onions and garlic have been an age-old sinus pressure home remedy. Start off with mild doses and gradually go for more. Adding these natural medicines to your regular meals, does a lot in treating the condition.
• Get a teaspoon full of fenugreek seeds and boil them in two 250 ml of water. Boil until the water has been reduced into half. This decoction helps in producing perspiration and healing the body from within. Take 4 cups of this medicinal tea daily and reduce the amount as you begin to heal.
• Get about a pinch of black cumin seeds and tie them in a thin cotton cloth. Placing the tied part of the cloth in one nostril, block the other and inhale taking a deep breath. It may sting initially but you will get great relief from the irritation and blockage.
• One more method for treating chronic sinusitis naturally is using a mixture of ground and roasted cumin seeds and pure honey. Take this mixture regularly and relieve your discomfort.
• Make a juice out of carrots, cucumber, spinach or beet. It may taste horrible, but it is more than beneficial in taking care of your sinus problem.

And to conclude, add foods rich in vitamin A to your diet. This vitamin possess the quality of building healthy mucus membranes which line the throat and nose. Also, vitamin C can do wonders in managing the symptoms of chronic sinusitis. It is best when vitamin C is taken in the form of supplements.