Sinusitis

Sinusitis is an inflammation of the mucous membranes lining the sinuses, which are air-filled pockets located behind the nose, cheeks, and forehead. Sinusitis is usually due to a bacterial, viral, or fungal infection. It causes pain and tenderness around the eyes and cheeks; a stuffy or runny nose; sometimes toothache and pain in jaw. The patient may also have a foul taste and feel feverish.

Home Remedies

• Put a warm, moist washcloth over face for 5 to 10 minutes several times a
     day to relieve pain.

• Take steam inhalation— Fill a bowl one-third full with hot water and add 3
     to 5 drops of eucalyptus oil. Cover your head with a towel, lean over the
     bowl, and inhale the steam.

• Make a mild saline solution by dissolving 1/2 teaspoon salt into 1/2 cup
     lukewarm water. Instill 3 to 4 drops of the solution into each nostril with a
     dropper 6 times a day to help loosen mucus in the nasal passages.

• Mix 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon with enough water to make a paste, and apply
     paste on head to relieve sinus headache.

• Take a tea prepared by boiling one teaspoon of fenugreek seeds in 2 cup of
     water till it is reduced to half. Take 3 to 4 cups daily during severe sinus
     attack.

 Do’s

• Drink plenty of fluids to help keep your mucus thin.

• Blow your nose gently.

• Get plenty of rest. Sleep with your head raised.

• Sleep on your side which helps to make breath easier.

 Don’ts

• Avoid cold, polluted, or smoky atmospheres.

• Avoid dairy products, especially cheese, yogurt, and ice cream.

• Avoid forceful nose blowing.

 See Doctor                                    

• Have severe headaches, vomiting, and fever.

• Sinusitis has not begun to clear up after a few days.