Q. What's a good medicine and/or home remedy for sinusitis?

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Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinuses that can be caused by allergies, air pollution, or bacterial and viral infections. Fortunately, there are a number of home remedies as well as medical treatments that can help alleviate symptoms of sinusitis.

Some natural home remedies for treating sinusitis include nasal irrigation with neti pots or saline solutions, humidifiers to help soothe inflamed nasal passages, steam inhalations to thin mucous secretions and keep the nasal passages moistened, and drinking plenty of fluids to help thin out mucous secretions. Herbal treatments such as eucalyptus oil that can be inhaled through steam inhalation may also provide some relief from congestion.

When it comes to medicine for treating sinusitis, over-the-counter medications like decongestants may provide short-term relief from congestion by narrowing blood vessels in the lining of your nose or reducing the amount of mucus produced in the area. Antihistamines like diphenhydramine (Benadryl) and loratadine (Claritin) may also be taken while dealing with an episode of acute sinisutis due to their anti-inflammatory properties which reduce swelling in your nasal passage ways. If you're suffering from more severe symptoms related to chronic sinustis you should consult a doctor about possible prescription drugs such antifungal agents for fungal infections or corticosteroids for inflammation reduction - depending on what type of infection is causing your illness .

No matter what drug you take it's important not only stick with treatment plans prescribed by doctors but also take proper precautions such as washing hands frequently , avoiding contact with people who have colds or other types infectious illnesses , drinking plenty fluids when sick , staying away from smoke & smoggy areas where possible and getting enough rest during periods when you are feeling particularly unwell . By following these measures carefully along with any medicine prescribed by healthcare providers will increase your chances drastically towards finding relief from unbearable discomfort associated with Sinustis !

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