June 10, 2008

dinner0001.gifChronic headaches, stuffy nose, facial pain and swelling, foul breath. Sinusitis symptoms are very common, which makes detection more elusive, sometimes prolonging treatment. The traditional treatment with antibiotics is appropriate when there is bacteria and other related infectious organisms, such as fungi and parasites. These are best treated with a more aggressive approach. However, if your sinusitis is viral in nature, antibiotics are not the cure. Antibiotics will not target viruses, and there is no known cure for viral infections. Usually, it is recommended to allow a viral infection to heal on its own. There’s an old remedy of chicken soup or broth that still helps the healing process. Drinking plenty of water will also help the healing process.  Taking unnecessary antibiotics may cause your body to build a resistance to these drugs, making them ineffective for other uses. It is important to note when taking antibiotics, whether you’ve been treated with the same medication in the recent past. This could have a bearing on the effectiveness of the treatment. Be sure your doctor is aware of any past prescriptions for these symptoms. When taking antibiotics it is important to follow your doctor’s exact instructions to fully benefit from the treatment. Many individuals will stop taking their medicine as soon as their symptoms subside. This too will cause the body to build resistance to the medication, resulting in a “shorter list” of effective bacteria fighting antibiotics for your future use. Our sinuses are like tiny caves and narrow passages within the facial part of our sculls; which acts to filter, moisten and warm the air we take in as we breathe. During this process, our sinuses collect particles from the air as air filters on a car. Sometimes these particles are unfriendly organisms, and can accumulate and grow, making themselves “at home” in our sinuses. Therefore causing infections and the chronic aforementioned symptoms.Prevention is always the best “remedy”. An Occupational Therapist I once worked with told me about a natural product to cleanse the sinus cavities, daily; which helps to prevent the build-up of bacteria causing organisms and fungus. The product is called NeilMed Sinus Rinse. A measured solution of Sodium Chloride and Sodium Bicarbonate, used with a simple squeeze bottle. It has become an essential part of my daily hygiene, like brushing my teeth, or washing my hands. Natural relief from allergies and sinus symptoms has never been easier. One of the best things about it is a thirty day supply only cost about $12.00. For you allergy/sinus sufferers, please let me know how this alternative remedy helped you too.        

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