Sinusitis symptoms

When we speak of sinusitis we refer to inflammation of the lining of the nasal cavities, which are the empty spaces formed between the cheeks and eyes. It is an infection of a virus, bacterium or fungus that can be suddenly and last less than three weeks, or chronic, which comes to affect more than three months.

In either case, it is a very annoying problem that not only forces us to walk with a scarf all day but also can cause severe pain in the forehead and the rest of the face. While the symptoms of sinusitis vary from one person to another, these are some of the most common signs that will indicate the presence of this condition.

• Nasal congestion .
• Thick mucus, green, yellow or tinged with blood.
• Pain in the bridge of the nose, eyebrows, forehead, behind the eyes or cheeks.
• Headaches.
• Sneezing and coughing.
• Sense of smell and taste reduced.
• Itchy eyes and nose.
• Bad breath.
• Fever.

What can be done to relieve the symptoms of sinusitis ? If your doctor has diagnosed it is sinusitis caused by infection with bacteria, can cure by antibiotics. However, these will not cure viral infections.

Therefore, we recommend the following habits have recourse to calm sinusitis : drink plenty of fluids, put a hot towel on your face for 15 minutes several times a day, breathing the hot air that emerges from the shower, eat painkillers free to ease the pressure on the head and face and apply drops of salt water into the nostrils to remove mucus and bacteria.

If you notice symptoms of sinusitis are not relieved within several days, consult your doctor.

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