How is sinus inflammation treated naturally?
Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinuses, which are gaps on the forehead and face that serve various purposes. One of these aims is to produce mucus to capture and get rid of pathogens and other foreign bodies. Sometimes the sinuses are usually inflamed due to an infection, and this inflammation may block the flow of mucus that needs to flow. This is sinusitis. [1] Nasal polyps, changes in air pressure or dental infections can also cause sinusitis. Although natural remedies are limited in efficacy (especially against bacterial infections), they can reduce symptoms or prevent worsening of sinusitis.
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Treating inflammation
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Eat plenty of fluids. The dry nasal passage makes it difficult for the body to heal the infection. Drinking plenty of water helps thinning the resident mucus and reduces the feeling of pressure or blockage. [2] Excess fluid intake can help soothe sore throat.
Men should consume at least 13 glasses (3 liters) of liquids per day. Women should drink at least 9 cups (2.2 liters) of liquids per day. You will need even more when fighting infection. [3] Try to drink at least 0.25 liters of water every 2 hours.
Water is the best option, but decaf tea and gravy are also good options. If you are vomiting, sports drinks containing electrolytes may be necessary to refresh the electrolyte balance.
Stay away from alcohol. Alcohol increases swelling in the sinuses. [4] Alcohol and caffeine will dehydrate you, so stay away when you are sick.
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Elderberry extract. The European client is a plant commonly used to treat respiratory diseases. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-virus properties. [5] It also helps strengthen the immune system. In most pharmacies and herbs, you can find elderberry extract as a syrup, lozenge or additional capsule.
Alternatively, you can infuse 3-5 grams of dried elderberry flowers in a glass of boiling water for 10-15 minutes. Filter the flowers after brewing. You can consume this tea 3 times a day.
Do not use raw or raw elderberry as it may be toxic. [6]
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not use elderberry or elderberry extract.
If you have joint inflammation or an autoimmune disease such as lupus, consult your doctor before taking the elderberry or elderberry extract.
Elderberry may interact with diabetic, laxative and chemotherapy drugs or immunosuppressive drugs. If you are taking any of these medications, consult your doctor before taking elderberry.
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Eat fresh pineapple. Pineapples are rich in an enzyme called bromelayin, which is used to make drugs used to reduce swelling and inflammation of the nose and sinuses. [7]
You can take bromelayin by eating two slices of fresh pineapple or drinking pineapple juice every day.
If you are allergic to latex, wheat, celery, carrot, fennel, cypress pollen or grass pollen, you may have an allergic reaction to bromelayin.
Eating potatoes with soybeans or pineapples, as both contain substances that inhibit the effect of bromelayin.
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Get enough rest. It is important to get enough sleep for the body to heal itself. When you're stuck, try to lie on your back. If you're sleeping on your side, sleep in the least obstructed side. If possible, try to obtain a rest period of 24 hours. [8]
Leaning his head on a pillow can help prevent mucus from blocking his sinuses. The pillow should support the natural curve of the neck and be comfortable. A very high pillow can cause muscle tension in the back, neck and shoulders. Choose a pillow that keeps your neck flush with your chest and waist. [9] [10]
Avoid sleeping on your face. This movement can make it difficult for you to breathe when you are stuck. It can also put pressure on the neck and shoulders.
Consuming caffeine, alcohol and sugary foods 4-6 hours before bedtime.
Avoid exercising 2 hours before bedtime. Regular and reasonable exercise - especially an afternoon exercise - can help you sleep better. [11]
Talk to your doctor if there has been a decrease in your sleep quality for a long time. Sleep may be apnea, which often breathes during sleep. The doctor may recommend surgery or CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) treatment with a small air pressure machine that you wear while sleeping. [12]
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Manage your stress. Stress weakens the immune system and makes it difficult for you to fight the infection. Reducing stress can help manage sinusitis. [13]
Try stress-relieving activities like socializing with friends, listening to music or spending some time with yourself.
Lemon grass can help reduce stress. It can also help alleviate symptoms of anxiety and insomnia. You can find lemon grass as dried or fresh leaves, tea, capsule, extract, solution and flower extract. For making lemon grass (lemon balm) tea, brew 1.5-4.5 grams (¼ - 1 teaspoon) of dry lemon grass in hot water. Drink 4 times a day. [14]
Chamomile also reduces stress and provides relief. To make chamomile tea, pour 2-4 grams (2-3 tablespoons) of dry chamomile or a sachet of chamomile tea into a glass of boiling water. Brew for 10-15 minutes and drink 3-4 times a day. Chamomile may not be suitable for pregnant women, asthmatics and people with low blood sugar or people taking blood thinners. Some people may be allergic to papatyaya. [15]
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Cleaning of Clogged Sinuses
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Pick a saline solution. Serum moisturizes the physiological nasal passage. It can also help remove sediment and mucus. [16] Serum can be purchased without a prescription from physiological pharmacies. These sprays can be found in a pressurized can or spray bottle.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist what type of saline physiology is right for you. Hypertonic saline has a slightly higher salt concentration than is found in body tissues. Isotonic saline has the same salt concentration as the body. Hypotonic saline has a slightly lower salt concentration than the body. [17]
If you have a sensitive skin, use a saline solution with a sodium content of less than 1%. The body's salt concentration is 0.9% (hence the supplementary fluids given in medical emergencies are a 0.9% saline solution.) [18] they may cause.
It is safe to use most serum physiology as often as desired. If there's a nosebleed, stop using saline. If bleeding or irritation persists, consult your physician. [19]
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Use saline. If you use a pressure can, wash it at least once a week. When using a pressurized can, snake its nose once to clear the mucus. Shake the box a few times. Hold your head up and exhale slowly. Hold the box in one nostril and close the other nostril. Gently push through the can while breathing through the open nostril. Repeat for the other nostril.
When using spray, squeeze your nose once to clear the mucus. Gently shake the bottle several times. Tilt your head slightly forward and exhale. Hold the spray in one nostril and close the other nostril. Squeeze the spray while breathing. Repeat for the other nostril.
Try not to sneeze or sniff your nose immediately after using saline.
Follow the instructions on the box. Otherwise you may have wasted the drug or cause more irritation.
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Wash the nasal passage with the nasal kettle (neti pot) or syringe. Most nasal teapots and syringes come with packaged solutions (or dry packs). If you use a nasal kettle or syringe to wash your nasal pass, start with once a day. If you feel better, you can take it two times a day. [20]
Nasal washing has very few side effects. There may be a slight burn or irritation when the wash is first started. [21]
Lean towards the sink, facing down into the boat. You can also do this in the shower or bathtub to avoid splashing. Breathe out of your mouth. Tilt your head at an angle of 45 degrees. [22]
Place the mouth of the nose kettle in the upper nostril, thus providing a comfortable seal. Don't push the tip in the middle of your nose. Tilt the kettle to make the solution pour into the upper nostril. The solution will flow out the other nostril through the nasal passage. Keep breathing through your mouth.
When the teapot is empty, exhale firmly through both nostrils. This will help clear the remaining saline and mucus. Slowly sneeze her nose into a handkerchief.
Always rinse off the remaining salt water and wash with soap and water after using the nose kettle or syringe.
It is normal for the nose to “run” for 30 minutes after washing. Handkerchief with you to wipe your nose.
In case of stinging or burning nose, use less salt next time.
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Try to make your own saline solution. You can make your own solution to reduce the cost of salt water treatment or to keep the contents of the solution under control.
Use ¼ teaspoon table salt or brine salt, ¼ teaspoon baking powder and 200 grams of hot pure or boiled water. It is important to use pure or boiled and chilled water because tap water may contain amoeba or parasites.
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Use a moisturizer. Dry air can irritate and worsen sinusitis. Using a humidifier helps keep the air moist. This prevents the sinus to discharge and the symptoms worsen. [23]
Target the right humidity. The air in the house should be in the 30-55% humidity range. If moisture is too high, it can cause mold and dust mites to grow, both of which are common allergens. If the humidity is too low, the eyes may dry out and irritate the throat or sinuses. You can buy a moisture meter to measure the humidity of your home.
Keep the humidifier clean. In these devices, mold can easily grow and spread throughout the house.
Adding a few drops of eucalyptus flower extract to the water in the humidifier can help reduce congestion. [24]
Consider buying a potted flower. Flowers, leaves and stems “sweat bırak by releasing water vapor into the air, which can help regulate domestic humidity. They also help to remove air from carbon dioxide and other contaminants. Good potted plants include aloe vera, areca, benjamin, Chinese Evergreen and camel base, and various species of dracena. [25]
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Try the steam treatment. Inhaling steam from a hot shower or bowl of water is an excellent way to moisten the nasal passage and reduce congestion. [26] Some studies suggest that hot showers also help reduce anxiety and stress. [27]
The hot shower lasts 5-10 minutes. Persons with sensitive skin should take a hot shower once or twice a week to prevent skin dryness and irritation.
A mentholed “bath bomb olabilir can help reduce congestion, but it can cause respiratory irritation in some people because of its content. If you buy a bathroom bomb from a store, be sure to read the contents and warnings before you buy it.
To use a steam bowl, pour hot water into a hot water resistant container. Place the bowl in a sturdy and secure place, such as a table or worktop. [28]
Tilt your head over the bowl. Do not bring your face too close to steam or water to prevent steam from burning your face.
Cover your head and bowl with a light cotton towel. Breathe vapor for 10 minutes.
You can add 2-3 drops of eucalyptus oil or other congestion oil to remove the blockage. Remember that eucalyptus is a very strong odor and that people with asthma or who are sensitive to odor may be blocked by this odor.
Use 2-4 times a day. [29]
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Eat spicy food. Some studies suggest that spicy foods - especially horseradish and hot pepper - can help clear the clogged sinuses. [30]
Capsaicin in peppers and other spicy foods can help to thin the mucus and cause sinus discharge. [31]
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Strengthening Immunity
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Consume more Vitamin C. Strengthening immunity helps the body heal faster and reduces the risk of infection. Research has shown that vitamin C plays a vital role as an antioxidant. It strengthens the immune system and reduces the risk of developing various chronic diseases. [32]
The body does not produce or store vitamin C. If you consume more vitamin C than your body can use, it is excreted in your urine. It is recommended to take between 65-90 mg daily and not more than 2000 mg. [33]
Low doses of vitamin C may be a preventative measure, but will have little effect on fighting acute cold or sinusitis. Very high doses of vitamin C (1000mg-2000mg) can help kill viruses or bacteria.
The best way to increase vitamin C consumption is to consume more nutrient-rich foods. The following foods are rich in vitamin C and other essential nutrients: [34]
Citrus fruits (eg orange, grapefruit) and juices, red and green peppers and kiwi are very rich in vitamin C.
Broccoli, strawberries, melons, baked potatoes and tomatoes also contain vitamin C.
Smokers need more vitamin C than non-smokers. This is because cigarette smoke increases the amount of vitamin C the body needs to repair the damage done to cells by free radicals. If you smoke, take 35 mg more vitamin C than the recommended daily dose for non-smokers. [35]
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Include probiotics in your diet. Probiotics are microorganisms naturally found in our digestive system and in certain foods. Research has shown that probiotics can reduce the severity and duration of symptoms such as colds and influenza. [36] Probiotics also help the body increase cell production to fight infections.
You can find probiotics in yogurt, some milk types and some soy products. Look for products containing Lactobacillus or Bifidobacterium species. Make sure that the product has the phrase “contains live cultures. 37 [37]
Probiotics are also available as dietary supplements.
If your immune system is weak or you are already using immunosuppressants, consult your doctor before using probiotics. Antibiotic drugs may reduce the efficacy of probiotics. [38]
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Consume zinc. Zinc is an important trace mineral found in most of the foods you can eat regularly, such as red meats, shellfish or cheese. Zinc has antibiotic properties that help protect cells in the body against damage caused by bacteria and viruses. [39] Some studies have shown that zinc can help reduce symptoms caused by the common cold. [40] [41] Adults should aim to consume 8-12 mg of zinc daily. [42]
Shellfish (especially oysters), red meat and poultry are good sources of zinc. Other sources include beans, snacks, cereals and dairy products. [43]
Taking a good diet and taking multivitamin supplements is enough for the zinc intake you need in most cases.
When you need more zinc, such as trying to get rid of the common cold, you can find zinc in many supplements. Easily absorbable forms of zinc include zinc picolinate, zinc citrate, zinc acetate, zinc glycerate and zinc monomethionine. Do not take high doses of zinc for more than a few days without consulting your doctor.
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Consume more vitamin E. Vitamin E is an antioxidant that protects body tissue against damage caused by bacteria and viruses. It also strengthens the immune system, aids in the formation of red blood cells and protects the blood against clotting. [44] The recommended daily intake for adults was 15mg per day, but was recently increased to 50mg or 400IU. [45]
Search for supplements that contain not only less effective alpha tocopherol, but also at least some gamma tocopherol (the most effective Vitamin E). [46]
Vegetable oils, almonds, peanuts, nuts, sunflower seeds, spinach and broccoli are among the best food sources of vitamin E. [47]
The highest safe vitamin E supplements for adults are 1500 IU per day for natural forms and 1000 IU per day for synthetic forms. Ask your doctor what amount is right for you.
Consuming vitamin E in foods is not harmful or risky. However, taking a very high dose of vitamin E in addition can increase the risk of serious bleeding in the brain. Pregnant women who take too much vitamin E may also increase the risk of birth defects. [48]
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Avoid foods that cause inflammation. Inflammation is the reddening, swelling of part of the body and may be painful as a result of an injury or infection. Nasal infections cause inflammation and some foods can slow down the body's ability to heal this inflammation. [49] Try to avoid the following foods to prevent inflammation:
Processed carbohydrates such as white bread, pastry and donuts
Fried and fatty foods
Beverages with sugar sweeteners
Red meats such as veal, ham or steak (limit once a week if possible)
Processed meats such as sausages
Margarine, fat and lard
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Stop smoking. In addition to being unhealthy for the body in general, smoking irritates the wall of the sinuses. Cigarette smoke causes recurrence of sinusitis, even if it is a passive smoker. [50]
Passive smoking accounts for almost 40% of chronic sinusitis cases in the United States each year. [51] [52]
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Definition of Sinus Inflammation
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Check the signs of inflammation. Diagnosis of sinusitis can be difficult because the symptoms are similar to the common cold. Acute sinusitis usually occurs after a cold and the symptoms worsen after 5-7 days. Symptoms of chronic sinusitis are usually slightly lighter, but last longer. Common symptoms of sinusitis include: [53]
Headache and fever
Pressure on forehead, temple, cheeks, nose, jaw, teeth, behind eyes or above head
Face sensitivity or swelling, especially around the eyes or cheeks
Nasal congestion, odor loss
Runny nose (usually yellowish green) or nasal discharge (sensation of fluid flowing behind the throat)
Cough and sore throat
Bad breath
Tiredness
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Think about how long the symptoms have been. Sinusitis can be acute (lasting less than 4 weeks) or chronic (lasting more than 12 weeks). [54]
Acute sinusitis has many causes, but viral infection is the most common cause and is the cause of 90-98% of cases. [55] This type of acute sinusitis usually heals in 7-14 days.
Chronic sinusitis also has several causes, but allergies are the most common. If you smoke or have asthma, you are more likely to have chronic sinusitis.
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Avoid making changes to external stimuli. Sinusitis is common during seasonal changes that can trigger colds or allergies. Changes in the environment or harmful chemicals or changes in airborne particles can also trigger sinusitis. [56]
Allergens such as pollen or dust are common causes of sinusitis.
Cigarette smoke and hazardous fumes irritate nasal tissue, which can cause sinusitis.
Pressure changes that occur when scuba diving, flying or climbing to high altitudes can cause sinusitis.
Extreme temperatures or sudden temperature changes can also cause sinusitis.
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Ask your doctor. Some cases of sinusitis may be caused by bacterial infections. This type of sinusitis may be more severe and may need to be treated with antibiotics. Since the symptoms of bacterial, viral and allergic sinusitis are similar, it is important to see a doctor for correct diagnosis and treatment. [57]
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant. If you have recently had an operation due to a dental problem or a physical injury, inform your doctor.
If you have a high fever (above 40 degrees) or have shortness of breath, seek professional help immediately. These may be symptoms of a more serious condition.
Rare complications associated with chronic sinusitis include blood clots, abscesses, meningitis, orbital cellulitis, and osteomyelitis, an infection spreading to the bones of the face.
If your doctor hasn't prescribed it, don't take antibiotics for sinusitis. Only 2-10% of sinusitis cases are caused by bacterial infections. Antibiotics will only treat bacterial sinusitis. It does not help other species. [58] Using antibiotics when you do not need it may increase the risk of developing antibiotic-resistant infections. [59]
If symptoms persist for more than 8 weeks, the doctor may order imaging tests such as X-ray, tomography or MRI. The doctor may also ask for an allergy test to determine whether allergies are caused by sinusitis.
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Consult an ENT specialist. If symptoms last longer than 8 weeks, your doctor may refer you to an otolaryngologist (ENT, ENT doctor). The ENT specialist can perform a nasal endoscopy with a fiber optic camera to examine your sinuses.
In some cases, the ENT physician may recommend endoscopic sinus surgery. This may help to eliminate structural obstruction caused by curvature of the nasal bone or polypy, damaged or swollen tissue, or other problems that cause sinusitis. [60]
Tips
Washing your hands frequently can help reduce the chance of infection. Have a hand disinfectant when you are busy or traveling.
Being vaccinated every year can help reduce the risk of developing sinusitis and other respiratory diseases.
Warnings
If you have high fever sinusitis (40 degrees or more), seek medical advice immediately.
If you have recurrent sinusitis, talk to your doctor. You may have a more serious health problem.
If symptoms do not improve after 10 days, seek medical attention. At this point, the physician should determine whether there is a bacterial infection requiring antibiotic use. If the infection is not bacterial, you can continue the natural treatment until symptoms disappear.
Be careful with zinc nasal sprays: some people who use zinc nasal sprays have reported losing their sense of smell. [61] [62]
If symptoms last longer than 8 weeks, you may have chronic sinusitis or other health condition. [63]
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