Tips And Natural Treatments For Sinusitis

As we have been commenting, the paranasal sinuses have the function of keeping the humidity levels of the nose stable and of amplifying the voice when speaking. When this function is altered, there is a greater vulnerability to various factors, such as pathogenic microorganisms, heat and dryness of the environment, irritating gases, etc.

According to the MSD Manual ” sinusitis is inflammation of the paranasal sinuses due to viral, bacterial or fungal infections, or allergic reactions “. It can be classified as follows:

• Acute (when it totally remits in less than 30 days).
• Subacute (lasts between 30 and 90 days).
• Chronic (when it takes more than 90 days to send).
• Recurrent (the person experiences at least 4 episodes a year).

The most frequent symptoms are the following:

• Fever.
• Bad breath.
• Snoring.
• Stuffy nose.
• Sleep apnea.
• Pain in the mouth
• Headaches.
• Difficulty breathing.
• Pain between the eyes and the nose.
• Pus discharge from the nose (green or yellow color).
• Productive cough (especially at night).

Natural treatments for sinusitis

The diagnosis of sinusitis should be made according to clinical criteria. Therefore, a medical consultation is essential to determine an appropriate treatment. While not always, this usually includes antibiotic medications.

According to the scientific literature “iso- or hypertonic saline solutions produce a subjective improvement in symptoms and mucociliary clearance, improve secretion clearance and prevent crusting, but data are still limited to make a recommendation with sufficient level of evidence ”.

You can ask your doctor if you could complement the treatment that is prescribed for you with some natural alternatives, to help reduce some minor ailments and avoid self-medication. If the professional authorizes you, make sure you inform him well how you can take advantage of the alternatives (how often, in what cases, etc.) so that you can take care of yourself, without falling into counterproductive measures.

Within the popular cookbook, the options would be the following that we are going to tell you about. Take note!

Water cure for sinusitis

One of the best known natural treatments for sinusitis. The only thing you need is 2 liters of water per day. You need to drink them throughout the day so that the mucus that has been stored becomes thinner and easier to remove. The nasal cavities will drain faster and you can reduce inflammation.

Nasal shower cure

For this remedy you need saline serum (it is bought in pharmacies) or 1 liter of boiled water with a handful of salt. These nasal showers serve to relieve symptoms.

Put the water or serum into a syringe. Place it in the nose and breathe in slightly so that the liquid enters, until you notice that it has reached the pharynx. At that time, gently expel the water. Repeat the process several times until the mucus is cleared.

Oil, salt and lavender solution, another of the natural treatments for sinusitis

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of water (20 ml).
• 3 drops of olive oil.
• 1 pinch of salt.
• 3 drops of lavender essence.

Preparation

• Put the water and salt in a saucepan.
• Add the olive oil and lavender essence.

• Bring to the fire until it comes to a boil.
• Remove and let rest to cool.
• Apply with a dropper up to 3 drops per nostril per day.

Inhalation of menthol vapor for sinusitis

A grandmother’s recipe that will help you eliminate the mucus accumulated in the nose.

Ingredients

• 5 cups of water (1.2 l).
• 3 drops of eucalyptus oil.
• 3 drops of peppermint oil.

Preparation

• Put the water in a saucepan and add both essential oils.
• Heat until boiling.
• Turn off the heat and put your face in the pot, covering your head with a towel (being careful not to burn yourself).
• Take deep breaths for several minutes.
• You can repeat up to 4 times a day.

Note : this remedy is not recommended in the case of pregnant women, people with heart disease or nervous problems. Not for babies, children and the elderly.

Peppermint compresses for sinusitis

Because peppermint has decongestant and anti-inflammatory properties, it is included in natural treatments for sinusitis.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of mint leaves (fresh or dried) (20 g).
• 1 cup of water (250 ml).
• Gauze

Preparation

• Prepare an infusion with the water and mint leaves (boil 3 minutes).
• Let cool and strain.
• Soak the gauze in the resulting liquid and apply on the nasal cavities.
• Some people choose to roll the gauze into a roll and tuck it into the nostrils.
• Keep 15 minutes and apply several times.

Immersion in water for sinusitis

In this home treatment you have to put your feet in a container with hot water (as much as possible, but without burning) and place a cold compress on the neck and another on the forehead. Once the water in the feet has cooled, refill at high temperature and change the cold cloths once they have warmed up. It will relieve headaches and general discomfort derived, for example, from sinusitis.

Radish poultice for sinusitis

Although there is no scientific evidence to confirm it, it is considered that this vegetable has many properties that can be useful to dissolve mucus.

Ingredients

• 1 onion.
• 6 radishes
• Gauze

Preparation

• Peel the onion and mash it with a mortar.
• Do the same with the radishes.
• Mix both until you get a paste.
• Spread on a cloth or gauze and apply to the nose for at least half an hour.

Onion and rosemary inhalations for sinusitis

Rosemary has several anti-inflammatory substances. In addition, it helps reduce the accumulation of mucus in the nose. On the other hand, onion is useful for any respiratory disease. So that is the reason why both elements together are really effective in fighting sinusitis and its symptoms.

Ingredients

• ½ liter of water
• 1 onion
• 1 tablespoon of rosemary (10 g)

Preparation

• Peel the onion and chop it well.
• Put it to heat with the water over low heat.
• Add the rosemary and let the decoction take place until it boils.
• Remove from heat and bring your face close to breathe in the fumes.
• Repeat 2 times a day.