Cures And Remedies For Sinus infection
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Sinus Rinse
Used for years in Arkansas -
For temporary but instant relief, use NeilMed Sinus Rinse. This is wonderful to rinse out the sinuses. The pots and others just don't work as well. This is so easy and the cost is about $14.00 and comes with premeasured packets. This is absolutley the best device for a sinus rinse.
Dec 11, 2009
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Works 80% of the time -- Povidone Iodine aka Betadine
Sabrina in Dunedin, FL -I got this cure from a medical doctor, and he told me that it works 80% of the time. Take a Neal Med sinus rinse bottle with the salt solution and mix according to package directions. Add 2-3 drops of povidone-iodine, also known as Betadine. You can purchase this cheap at Walgreens, over the counter. It's a wound-cleaning product, so it's just on the shelf. Rinse with this solution every few hours, and IT WILL CURE YOUR SINUS INFECTION. It's an antiseptic, and it will kill the junk that is growing in your nose. The only time it doesn't work is when it can't get where it needs to go -- for example, if you have a deviated septum that will not allow the liquid to flow where it needs to go.
The first time I tried this it took almost one week to kick the infection -- but that's because I had let the sinus infection get to the stage that it was full-blown, raging in fury.
Now I use it at the beginning of sinus infections, and it kills the infection before I ever get sick.
THIS REALLY WORKS. PLEASE TRY IT.
Also, I have noticed that the temperature of the water makes a big difference. It can be uncomfortable if the water is too hot or too cold.
Dec 09, 2009
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Onion poultice
Charles price in victoria australia -I suffered chronic sinusitis for 20 years. I was using steroid nasal sprays with no relief. I had a surgical sinus puncture which was a temporary fix.
I read a passage on chronic sinusitis from a book called the nature doctor by alfred vogel.
This involved chopping an onion and wrapping it in gause and tying this around your neck while you sleep. I used a chux kitchen wipe as a gauze.
Within two hours my nose was running like a tap.
My ears were popping and i could hear so much better.
I recommend this to anybody that suffers from chronic sinusitis.
Dec 08, 2009
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Intranasal vinegar
Ashley in Oklahoma -This remedy is only for people who want immediate relief of nasal congestion. Take a cup of vinegar (I always use the red wine vinegar but I don't think it makes a difference) and mix a couple dashes of salt with it untill completly disolved. Take a straw dip in the vinegar and put your finger over the top to hold in the liquid. While laying down drop this directly into the nostrils. It burns like you would not believe but has always provided instant relief when nothing else did.
Nov 29, 2009
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watch out for vicks and steam!
Martha in california -So many remedies! Interested in great sounding advice. However, a friend's mother tried adding vicks to a pot of boiling water as recommended by a couple of writers and ended up in hospital with second degree burns all over her face. (She didn't read the recommendation here.) The vicks is very sticky and you can't get it off...a nightmare. Please don't try this cure-it's terribly dangerous!
Nov 24, 2009
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White sage smoke and tea
Alana in Minneapolis, MN USA -
White sage is known to kill germs in the air, I read that sage was burned in hospitals to keep airborne viruses at bay. Try burning white sage in your home while you are recovering. It is a nice thing to do when you are uncomfortable, and it may help to kill germs in your sinus passages.
If you'd like, try a tea using the leaves, sage is a good remedy for sore throat, and it helps to reduce the amount of mucous.
Also, while you sleep, elevate your head to keep mucous from settling. In my logic, gravity helps it to drain and relieves pressure.
Nov 08, 2009
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Congestion Clearing 'Tea'
Keaton in Chicago, IL -I've suffered with chronic sinus infection for the past 4-5 years. Although I usually go on Meds given to me by my doctor, I needed SOMETHING to relieve my congestion and pain while the medicine took it's time to work. I finally found something that is soothing and also loosens my congestion.
Juice of two lemons
1 tsp grated ginger
2 tsp grated lemon peel
1 cinnamon stick
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
½ cup water
Combine everything in a small sauce pan, and simmer over medium low heat for ten minutes. Add 3 large tablespoons of the 'teat' to a small mug of warm water and drink. It's actually really tasty!
This burns a little bit, but really clears the sinuses and soothes the throat. I use this, as well as saline rinsing, and feel better every single day.
Sep 16, 2009
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There are multiple things you can do
Kim Miller in SC -I have suffered from chronic sinusitis for 10 years and have had sinus surgery. I am on 2 preventative medications, a decongestant and a nasal spray, to help prevent them but they come back. When I get one, I double up on the decongestant and am normally prescribed an antibiotic. In addition, I use a neti pot twice a day to help keep me cleared out. For my sore throat, I gargle with warm salt water. I drink plenty of water and eat lots of brothy soap. You should avoid jumping into pools and flying as these activities seem to trigger sinus problems. Make sure you keep your distance from sick people and wash your hands frequently. I carry sanitizer with me everywhere.
Sep 13, 2009
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Mentho-steam
John Jones in Mount Holly usa -
Buy a cheap container of menthaladom at you drug store. It should be in a small green continer for around $3 bucks. Boil a pot of water on the stove. While the waters boiling add a teaspoon of the menthaladom to the water stiring it with a spoon. When its stired and mixed well cut the burner off. Bend over the pot and inhail slowley through your nostril inhailing the steam and vapors holding them in as long as possible. Repeat every 10 minutes. You will definetly feel relief and drainage quickly.
Sep 05, 2009
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Tiger Balm
Anthony in lakeside, Ca -This remedy came from my Brazilian Nanny. Rub Tiger Balm on your forehead. Start out with a little bit as it will sting. This is not a cure but will help relieve the sinus pressure on your forehead.
Becareful with this one as Tiger Balm will sting and burn if you use too much. I just use it right before I go to bed and it helps clear up my sinuses for a while.
I do this inconjuction with sinus rinses, hot tea, etc.
Sep 03, 2009
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In addition to Wendy in WI's comments about milk, SILK...
REBroker in Western NC -
Being a milk lover since early childhood, and finding out about the link between milk and sinusitis, as well as other health risks, I have experimented with SILK as an alternative to milk.
For the last year I have been concentrating on a healthier intake. This is partly because of my aging process at age 62, and partly because of the prostrate cancer I am now fighting. I have noticed with Silk, I have had the same problem with sinusitis flare-ups as with milk and ice cream.
In addition, after over 30 years usage of RX medications for hiatal hernia and acid reflux disease I have started using Apple Cider Vinegar, all natural with the Mother, (dust like particles that are settled out on the bottom of the jar), in it. I initially used it once or twice daily, 2-3 tbsp. in 4-8 oz water. After a few weeks I needed it less and less. It is better than any of the Rx pills, and has healed my gi tract. Now, when I feel the discomfort starting, I maintain my gi tract health with a dose or two, usually every 4 - 6 weeks.
I'm glad to read that ASV has other medicinal uses also.
Maybe Grandma was right, an apple a day, keeps the Dr. away.
Aug 22, 2009
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