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Nasal Sinus and Sinusitis- How I Beat It- You can Too
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[size=4][b]Nasal Sinus - Sinusitis- How I Beat It- You can Too[/b][/size][hr]After two painful sinus operations, I was still coming down with infections. I had to find some real remedy to my sinusitis problem, as I was tired of taking antibiotics and especially tired of the dull, deep headaches every time I had an attack.

[size=large][b]Other Medications[/b][/size][hr]For many people the nasal irrigation system will be enough to control your sinus problems. Those of us with particularly significant sinusitis may need to supplement this with medications, and I use Flonase before going to bed each night as well. If I feel like I'm on the verge of a sinus infection I might take some zyrtec (an antihistimine) or if an infection seems imminent, I have my silver bullet, which is prednisone. I don't use much of the latter, however, as there can be side affects with this steroid. My doctor usually prescribes 10 pills of 20 mg each, and these last for about a year. I never take a whole pill and usually take 5 mg or 10 mg maximum at a time for a day or two. I'm told this is a reasonable amount and nothing to worry about. Speaking of bad side effects, prior to discovering Dr. Grossan's system, sometimes desperate for relief, I used an over-the-counter spray called afrin. The warnings on the label say to use this product for only 4 days or less. This medication can damage the cilia in one's sinuses and cause permanent damage if used too much. As frequent users know, there is also an effect called rebound congestion, so after using it you might end up just as congested as when you started. Thus, people are tempted to continue using it, and it is said to become addictive. Dr. Grossan simply recommends that you throw your afrin into the garbage and stay away from it. I have not used it for years now and am glad to be rid of it. :o.

[size=large][b]Use a Waterpik and Adaptor[/b][/size][hr]When I first started following Dr. Grossan's advice he suggested using a WaterPik machine, and these have been sold for years as devices to improve gum and dental health. Dr. Grossan simply sold an adaptor and a saline solution, although one can use table salt. Although much more expensive than salt, I find that this saline solution is convenient, works well, and has no preservatives. I usually purchase a dozen containers at a time, and these will last up to a year with one application per day. One simply puts a spoonful of saline solution into the WaterPik tank and then about 16 oz. of warm water to dissolve the powder. Then the nasal adaptor is put into one nostril and the machine will gently propel half the liquid through one's nasal canal, and it will drain out the other side. One then puts the adaptor in the other nostril and repeats the procedure on that side. This procedure is done while leaning over a sink. I then normally put more water into the tank and use the WaterPik on my teeth as it was originally intended, and I've helped my gum and dental health as well. My dental hygienist has made several comments about how much better my gums and teeth are when I go in for cleanings. The whole effort only takes about 5 minutes or so, including wiping everything dry. I normally do the irrigation once a day about an hour before bed, but if I happen to wake up with more than the usual congestion in the morning, I'll do it then as well. Did you ever believe that there was so much to learn about Sinus Infections? Neither did we! Once we got to write this article, it seemed to be endless.

Haven't eliminated sinus infections entirely, and I might come down with perhaps one per year. I'm more susceptible when very tired, or after long flights, as we often go back and forth to Europe for our tour business. When flying anywhere I make sure to take some kind of decongestant, normally the Flonase. I can enjoy wine, cheese, chocolate, and I really don't need to avoid any particular foods. Dr. Grossan's system has worked for me, and I certainly don't miss the deep, painful sinus infection headaches that used to be all too familiar. Dr. Grossan has lots of other advice in his book as well, and I definitely recommend that anyone with sinusitis read it. We worked as diligently as an owl in producing this composition on Sinus Infections. So only if you do read it, and appreciate its contents will we feel our efforts haven't gone in vain.

[size=large][b]Sinus Operations- Try to Avoid[/b][/size][hr]The operations were no fun. After the first one my nose was "packed". This means that in order to stop the bleeding, the ENT specialist/surgeon put a large amount of gauze in my nose, which means that one can only breathe through the mouth for the week or so of recovery time. In other words, swallowing and breathing cannot occur at the same time. This is a good way to lose weight, as one cannot eat much, but it is not a great way to live. At the end of this period, before pulling out the gauze, the doctor said "this will feel like I'm pulling your brains out through your nose". This was the most accurate statement he ever made to me. Pulling what seemed like 6 feet of moist, sticky gauze out of my nose was an almost surrealistically painful sensation. But I thought, "if my deviated septum is now fixed, at least I can look forward to no sinus infections in the future, or at least a lot fewer of them. I was wrong again, as they started coming back after a few months. I changed ENT specialists since the first one put me through tons of pain for no gain. After a couple of years of treatment with this new doctor, I decided to take his advice and try another operation. Among other therapies, I had allergy shots during that time, even though I only tested positive for minor allergies to a couple of things. My nose was not "packed" this time, but there was still plenty of pain. Again my hopes for an infection-free future were dashed when they started up again after a few months. So after two operations by two different ENT specialists, I said "enough is enough". For those considering sinus operations to fix things like a deviated septum, here's my considered advice: don't do it. At least try the nasal irrigation recommended by Dr. Murray Grossan which is explained below before you do. One hears about people who have had 5 or 6 sinus operations, and these either don't work, or if they do cause improvement, it doesn't last very long. Some people have told me that a sinus operation "fixed" their problems, but I am skeptical. Every cloud has a silver lining; so consider that this article on Sinusitis Problem to be the silver lining to the clouds of articles on Sinusitis Problem. It is this article that will add more spice to the meaning of Sinusitis Problem.

[list][*]Best of luck to all sinusitis sufferers.[*]I hope this information will help improve your lives as much as it has helped me.[*]Please don't hesitate to forward this article to friends and family who suffer from sinusitis.[/list]

[size=large][b]The Easiest Way to Start[/b][/size][hr]In the past couple of years Dr. Grossan has come up with his own machine for nasal irrigation. It is called the Hydro Pulse Nasal Irrigation System. For about $89 plus shipping one receives the Hydro Pulse Nasal/Sinus Irrigator, 2 Original Sinus Irrigator Tips , 2 Original Throat Irrigator Tips, Breathe-ease XL Nasal Moisturizer (this is the saline solution), and excerpts from,"The Sinus Cure" by Dr. Grossan. Go ahead and read this article on Sinus Problems. We would also appreciate it if you could give us an analysis on it for us to make any needed changes to it.

Mayo Clinic researchers have made great strides in recent years regarding sinusitis treatment and have come up with a new therapy for chronic sufferers called topical antifungal therapy. This particular sinusitis treatment is still new and is not widely practiced. This author, a sinusitis sufferer of long standing with two painful operations under his belt, has been in contact with one of the Mayo Clinic research physicians. I was pointed to several papers and articles describing the research completed thus far, the theory behind the research, and the resulting therapy.

[size=large][b]Topical Antifungal Therapy is a New Form of Sinusitis Treatment[/b][/size][hr]It takes time for a new approach to become accepted in the medical community at large. I asked the Mayo research physician if he knew of a colleague in the Denver area, where I reside, who was utilizing this approach. He responded that he didn't know anyone there, but gave me two names of physicians in Texas, which I also asked about. So it is obvious that this approach to sinusitis treatment is not yet mainstream therapy, but it does have momentum. For people who have received sinusitis treatment which has not improved their suffering, more details regarding this and other sinus related subjects can be found at the web site in the resource box for this article.

Antifungals such as Amphotericin B and Itraconazole are used in this sinusitis treatment regimen. These have already been approved by the FDA for other uses, and they can be mixed by a compounding pharmacy such as Anazao to make the topical solution needed for this new therapy. Amphotericin B, for example, was only available in my local pharmacy as an injection medication. The pharmacist was not aware that it is sometimes reformulated as a topical spray for sinusitis treatment. Patients spray the antifungal into their nostrils daily. About 75% of the chronic sinus sufferers in one of the Mayo Clinic studies saw significant improvement in their conditions following this regimen.

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Simple and general terms, the Mayo Clinic research showed that some people (i.e., chronic sinusitis sufferers), have a harmful immune reaction to fungi that others do not experience. The research demonstrated that fungi are present in the air and show up in the nasal mucus of just about everyone. In the noses of chronic sinus sufferers, it showed that certain types of white blood cells will attack the fungi that are present. In doing so these cells create a compound that damages nasal membranes. Once damaged, bacteria can easily enter and cause pain, inflammation and infection. Conventional sinusitis treatment often includes antibiotics to attack the bacteria. This new sinusitis treatment aims to attack the fungi instead, thus avoiding the nasal membrane damage in the first place. One drawback is that it is not easy to determine if a patient is someone whose white blood cells attack fungi in the nose or not. It is also not known why this white blood cell reaction occurs in some people and not in others. If there is the slightest possibility of you not getting to understand the matter that is written here on Sinus Treatment, we have some advice to be given. Use a dictionary!

Also contacted Accentia, the biopharmaceutical company who has obtained a license from the Mayo Foundation to produce and market medications based on the Mayo Clinic research. They informed me that they plan to market a product based on Amphotericin B, which will have the brand name SinuNase. They will start clinical trials soon, and I submitted my name as a possible participant. Apparently I would be a good candidate since I've had sinus surgeries that didn't cure my problems.
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[size=4][b]Nasal Irrigation - Treatment of Sinus Infection - How Do I Get Rid of a Sinus Infection?[/b][/size][hr]Sinus infection, also known as sinusitis, usually arises because of obstruction of nasal passageways due to which there is inflammation. Now when the nose gets blocked it creates a perfect playground for the bacteria to grow. Sinuses are intended to moisten and clean membranes of the nose and throat. Each sinus has a little opening into the nose which allows for mucus and air to move itself in and out of the sinuses and nose. However when these passageways get blocked, bacteria can thrive in the area causing a terrible sinus problem. Sometimes these problems can take a serious turn where one may have to receive sinus surgery. Sinus infections can range from being acute which usually only last for about 3 weeks or from being chronic, which can last up to 8 weeks to having recurring acute attacks.

[list][*]Ayurvedic, homeopathic medicines and Chinese herbal medicines have become very important in the treatment of sinus infection.[*]Doctors prescribe decongestants, antibiotics and even analgesics to cure sinus.[*]Some even go in for endoscopic surgery to get rid of the sinus infection.[*]Yoga has also been seen to have a good relief in the treatment of sinus infection. [/list]

[size=large][b]Treatment of Sinus Infection[/b][/size][hr]Treatment of sinus infection involves natural remedies like hot water treatment which means hot water treatments refer to inhaling vapors of from hot water added with mint or lemon juice. Nasal irrigation mixture sea salt in hot water to desirable amount and put drops of water in one nostril and bring it out from the other. And one must be very careful in the diet one has as all this helps in getting rid of sinus. Steam inhalation, hot compression, nasal irrigation, warm soup, mixture of apple cider vinegar, honey and ginger, garlic etc all have curative properties. Most of these treatments of sinus infection such as home remedies must be started right at the onset of the ailment. Plenty of vitamin C for many months is said to keep the sinus infection at bay. Taking some vitamin A, weekly dose and vitamin E twice weekly may help too, helps control the mucous.

[b]Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinuses wherein symptoms can include: - facial pain - including swelling eyes, nose and cheeks - headache - nasal discharge / runny nose - nasal congestion / stuffy nose - fever - fatigue [/b]

Quote:Antibiotics are commonly prescribed by doctors so that patients can feel relief and complete healing from sinusitis. This is because antibiotics provide the kind of medication needed to fight the common infections causing sinusitis. But let us be more detailed in explaining why you can turn to antibiotics for sinusitis relief: You actually learn more about Severe Sinusitis only with more reading on matters pertaining to it. So the more articles you read like this, the more you learn about Severe Sinusitis.

[list][*]Lastly, there are several ways to incorporate antibiotics in your sinusitis-restricted life.[*]You just have to ask your doctor about your options and choose which way will fit your lifestyle.[*]You must have searched high and low for some matter for Sinusitis Relief, isn't it?[*]That is the main reason we compiled this article for you to get that required matter![*]Currently, antibiotics are easily prescribed by doctors, as if these are the ultimate and the only source of treatment for sinusitis.[*]This is a wrong notion.[*]You should be careful with the use of antibiotics.[*]As powerful as these drugs can be for your sinusitis, they can also turn against your body by becoming agents of unwanted side effects.[*]Rare and more serious side effects are kidney stones, blood clots, blood disorders and deafness.[*]If you have conditions related to these, discuss them with your doctor before deciding to take antibiotics for your sinusitis. [/list]

[size=large][b]Oral Antibiotics are Taken Through the Mouth[/b][/size][hr]It takes time for these to act on the infection, but they are the most convenient to administer. - Intravenous antibiotics are applied the fastest, since the drugs are injected to your bloodstream and provide immediate relief from sinusitis. - Aerosolized antibiotics are inhaled through the mouth and nose to serve as topical solutions to sinusitis. The infected areas are reached immediately, so these antibiotics can clear up infection in a matter of minutes.

[list][*]When sinusitis occurs for far too long, most definitely, the bacterial infection has become too comfortable in your system already.[*]To get rid of this type of infection that causes chronic cases of your sinusitis symptoms, you can turn to antibiotics.[*]It is not always that we just turn on the computer, and there is a page about Sinusitis Relief.[*]We have written this article to let others know more about Sinusitis Relief through our resources.[/list]

Aside from the information above, make sure to use antibiotics only as prescribed. Do not overuse antibiotics, as this may lead to your body's resistance to the drugs. Do not stop medication just when you feel like it. You have to finish your prescribed dosage to make sure that infection is totally eliminated from your system. :o.

[size=large][b]Antibiotics are Used for Killing Bacteria, Some Type of Fungi, and Parasites[/b][/size][hr]Antibiotics prevent these mentioned organisms from continuing to infect your system. The important key words here are: bacteria, some types of fungi, and parasites. These are the main targets of antibiotics. So if your sinusitis is caused by any other organisms such as viruses and allergens, you need to look for other means to gain sinusitis relief. Now while reading about Sinusitis Symptoms, don't you feel that you never knew so much existed about Sinusitis Symptoms? So much matter you never knew existed.

[list][*]Antibiotics are needed to handle severe sinusitis symptoms and prevent these symptoms from aggravating into more complicated conditions.[*]Tissue damage may occur when experiencing too much dryness in the nasal passages and when the infection is taking over much of the sinus area.[*]Antibiotics can help in clearing out the infection and healing any damage caused by the said infection.[*]Writing about Antibiotics Sinusitis is an interesting writing assignment.[*]There is no end to it, as there is so much to write about it![*]Sinusitis or infection of the sinuses is a common but very painful ailment that is caused by bacteria, fungi or viruses.[*]Sinusitis is usually caused by cold, allergies, bacterial infection or abnormal growth that is blocking nasal passage.[*]However, doctors generally prescribe antibiotics for sinus infections and most of the time; they end up harming you more than they help you.[*]A heavy head, nausea, dry eyes and an arid nose are common side effects of allopathic sinus cures.[*]Long-term effects of such drugs include loss of immunity, toxicity and other serious health problems.[/list]

Did you know Acute sinusitis can last 2-8 weeks, Sub-acute-lasting from 1-3 months long and Chronic - which are those infections that have lasted longer than 3 months. Can your body system afford to survive that long? Discover how you, friends and family members can stay healthy and free from sinus problems, sinus infections and constantly running noses or stuffed noses, no longer suffer today. Find out this natural treatment and get rid of your sinus problems forever. Please visit the link below. Patience was exercised in this article on Sinusitis Problem. Without patience, it would not have been possible to write extensively on Sinusitis Problem.

[list][*]Steam Inhalation: Another effective home remedy for sinus infections without any side effects whatsoever.[*]Inhale steam by using a bowl full of hot steaming water or a vaporizer at least three to four times a day for 2-3 minutes.[*]This drains mucus from your sinus and provides instant relief. [/list]

The best sinus cures are time tested natural home remedies for sinus infections. Other natural treatment methods can also be looked into for curing your sinusitis permanently. But the next time you are stuck with a sinusitis problem, try out these home remedies for sinus infections. We have actually followed a certain pattern while writing on Sinusitis Problem. We have used simple words and sentences to facilitate easy understanding for the reader.

Apple Cider Vinegar: Apple cider vinegar contains potassium and is very effective in decreasing mucus production and controlling colds and runny noses. To try out this home remedy for sinus infections, mix 1 part apple cider vinegar with 8 parts warm water and drink this 2 to 4 times a day. For best results, use organic apple cider vinegar. Penetration into the world of Sinus Problems proved to be our idea in this article. Read the article and see if we have succeeded in this or not! Wink

Garlic: Garlic is one of the best anti-fungal and anti-bacterial ingredients known to man and is an extremely effective home remedy for sinus infections. To get the maximum effect of these pills, crush fresh raw garlic and eat it all by itself or mixed with a juice or soup. If you cannot stand eating raw garlic, you can use garlic pills, but make sure that they are of a very good quality. We consider that we have only touched the perimeter of information available on Sinus Infections. There is still a lot more to be learnt!

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[size=large][b]Treating Rhinitis in Many Ways is Similar to Treating Sinusitis[/b][/size][hr]Decongestants and antihistamines may be prescribed for patients with bronchial asthma who do not experience adverse excessive dryness and "plugging" of the bronchial tubes. A saline nasal mist can help provide moisture to the nasal lining. Intranasal topical corticosteroid sprays (beclomethasone, budesonide, triamcinolone, mometasone, flunisolide, fluticasone) and cromolyn sodium are extremely helpful in treating rhinitis. These agents do not produce excessive dryness and may be preferred over decongestants and antihistamines. Adverse effects of topical corticosteroid nasal sprays include minor irritation or stinging and, rarely, bleeding from the nasal lining.

[size=large][b]And/or Taste[/b][/size][hr]The importance of nasal polyps is related to their ability to block the nasal and sinus passages, which may also be the source of poor drainage of sinuses that leads to recurring sinus infections. The presence of nasal polyps in adult patients who are not allergic often identifies a more severe group of asthmatics. This group also has a greater hypersensitivity to aspirin and related medications . Patience was exercised in this article on Recurring Sinus Infections. Without patience, it would not have been possible to write extensively on Recurring Sinus Infections.

[size=large][b]What are Nasal Polyps?[/b][/size][hr]Nasal polyps are fleshy growths or extensions of the nasal and sinus lining. They are common in patients with bronchial asthma and may occur with or without allergy. They often occur in patients older than age forty who are not allergic but who have severe rhinitis. Common symptoms are constant nasal stuffiness as well as a loss or reduction of the senses of smell

After two painful sinus operations which didn't resolve my problems, I started using pulsating nasal irrigation with a saline solution, and since then my health has improved dramatically. Instead of 2-3 or more sinus infections per year I have had two infections in 7 years, and those only occurred after long 24 hour trips from overseas when my resistance was way down. I used to get colds all the time, but now I watch others with colds and remark to myself how I never get them any more! Needless to say, I'm sold on pulsating sinus irrigation. (Note- I tried using a Neti Pot, but that method didn't work for me at all. There is something about the fast pulses of water that is particularly effective.)

You want to improve your health, get yourself a SinuPulse Elite' and use it daily. It feels a little funny at first and takes some getting-used-to (you don't normally have water going into one nostril and out the other), but it is really no big deal. Almost any good sinus book written in the past 5 years recommends nasal irrigation as a must-do to avoid sinus problems. The title of this composition could be rightly be Sinus Infections. This is because what is mentioned here is mostly about Sinus Infections.

[size=large][b]How Most Colds and Allergies Get Started[/b][/size][hr]How do you think most colds or allergies get started in your body? Bacteria, viruses, pollen and other pollutants enter your system through your nose, of course. If you wash all this gunk out on a daily basis, it only makes sense that you'll avoid colds, infections, and allergy attacks.

[size=large][b]Billions of Dollars Could be Saved[/b][/size][hr]The well known ENT Dr. Robert Ivker, author of the book "Sinus Survival", states that there are over 40 million people in the U.S. alone that suffer from chronic sinusitis, defined as persistent inflammation and/or infection lasting longer than 8 to 12 weeks. All or most of these people could probably get control of their chronic sinus problems if they were to use a SinuPulse Elite' machine. We hope you develop a better understanding of Sinus on completion of this article on Sinus. Only if the article is understood is it's benefit reached.

[size=large][b]Simple and Natural Solution[/b][/size][hr]This is a simple and natural way to avoid colds, allergies, and sinus problems that is inexpensive and highly effective. I spend no more than 5 minutes or so with the procedure each time, and that includes clean up, which is very easy. Once you are through reading what is written here on Sinusitis, have you considered recollecting what has been written and writing them down? This way, you are bound to have a better understanding on Sinusitis. Wink

[size=large][b]New Features- Mist Irrigation Attachments for Nose and Throat[/b][/size][hr]The SinuPulse Elite' has some new features besides just normal nasal and throat irrigation. The unit comes with a mist producing irrigation tip which creates mist that can penetrate deeply and soothe nasal passages. It also comes with a mist producing throat irrigation tip and tongue cleaner. This attachment helps soothe the throat and tongue and also helps to remove food particles and bacteria that can cause bad breath.

[list][*]New sinus irrigation machine has recently been introduced called the SinuPulse Elite', and I've been using one for several weeks.[*]This article will discuss the machine and the results I've had.[/list]

[size=large][b]Skeptical At First[/b][/size][hr]When something works, you are reluctant to change. Just because a new machine came along, I wasn't ready to jump in with both feet. However, my old machine broke down, and I obviously needed a new one. I wanted to stick with "old faithful", but I had to face the fact that this machine was the second one that broke down on me in a little over a year. The machine was very good, but the salt solution I used must have taken its toll. Saying that all that is written here is all there is on Chronic Sinusitis would be an understatement. Very much more has to be learnt and propagated bout Chronic Sinusitis.

[list][*]However, I honestly think that everyone should use pulsating nasal irrigation, not just sinus sufferers.[*]It's just a guess, but I would be willing to bet that everyone would eliminate on average one cold per year using pulsating nasal irrigation.[*]At $100 per doctor visit and countless more on drugs, the level of savings would be in the billions.[*]And this is not to mention gains in productivity and avoidance of the misery of living with a cold and resulting sinus infection in many cases.[/list]

Of course the standard nasal and throat irrigation tips are also available, and these do most of the "heavy lifting". The mist producing tips can make for additional comfort and relief, but these don't do the whole job and only use about 2 oz. of saline solution. 16 oz. of solution are used with each of the regular tips for nasal and throat irrigation using the SinuPulse Elite'. I personally do nasal irrigation twice a day because that regimen gives me great results. Some allergy sufferers only use the machine during allergy season, and that is all they need and works fine for them. Other people only use it when they feel like a cold is coming on. As you progress deeper and deeper into this composition on Chronic Sinusitis, you are sure to unearth more information on Chronic Sinusitis. The information becomes more interesting as the deeper you venture into the composition.
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