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Sinus Infection, What is Sinusitis?
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[size=4][b]Sinus Infection - What is Sinusitis?[/b][/size][hr]Sinusitis is the proper medical term that is used for a sinus infection. Sinuses are spaces in our bones that are filled with air. This sinuses are located between our eyes. When you suffer from a sinus infection, your sinuses become infected or inflamed. Because when you suffer from a sinus infection, your sinus openings may be clogged, bacteria can also get trapped. :o.

[size=large][b]There are Many Symptoms for the Acute Type of Sinus Infection[/b][/size][hr]Headaches, the congestion of your nose or pain in the face can all be symptoms of a sinus infection. Some sinus infection symptoms that you might have could also depend on which sinus is affected. If the sinus infection has affected the frontal sinuses, then you will experience pain in your forehead, as a sinus infection symptom. This pain will also get even worse if you try to lay on your back. Maxillary sinusitis is another type of sinus infection that will have particular symptoms. You will feel pain in your cheeks and especially under your eyes if you have this particular sinus infection. So after reading what we have mentioned here on Chronic Sinus Infection, it is up to you to provide your verdict as to what exactly it is that you find fascinating here.

[size=large][b]So as You can See, There can be Two Cause of a Sinus Infection: a Virus or a Bacteria[/b][/size][hr]However, both bacteria and viruses together can cause a sinus infection. A sinus infection can be of two type: acute or chronic. When you have a sinus infection many times each year and the period of this sinus infection is long, then you have the chronic type of sinus infection. On the other hand, if you have a sinus infection less than three times every year and the duartion of the sinus infection is smaller then one month, then you probably are suffering from the acute form of sinus infection. The acute form of a sinus infection, acute sinusitis is a very common illness. This type of sinus infection is the result of an infection in the upper part of your respiratory system. The inflammation of the sinus, which can lead to a sinus infection can be triggered by many different factors. Some of these sinus infection factors are: - an infection with a virus, like the cold; - allergies and pollutants that are found in the air can also be the cause of a sinus infection; - the passage of your nose may be narrowed or you might suffer from a dental infection, which in turn may trigger the sinus infection; Writing on Sinus Infection proved to be a gamble to us. This is because there simply seemed to be nothing to write about in the beginning of writing. It was only in the process of writing did we get more and more to write on Sinus Infection.

[list][*]To diagnose a sinus infection at it' s beginnings can be a difficult thing, because a sinus infection at this point will be very similar to a cold.[*]Looking for something logical on Chronic Sinus, we stumbled on the information provided here.[*]Look out for anything illogical here.[/list]

Quote:Any form of relief is usually welcomed by anyone who is suffering from a sinusitis health condition. Sinusitis is a condition whereby, sinuses in the body are subjected to inflammation and in the process the lining covering them swells up. When the swelling takes place, air in the air passages is prevented from reaching the sinuses and immediately, the patient starts experiencing some breathing difficulties. This is usually followed up by severe headaches, fever, nasal congestion due to mucus pilling up inside the nostrils, constant coughing and having a nasal discharge that looks like pus coming out of the nose. All these symptoms make the patient feel uncomfortable most of the time and for this reason sinusitis relief is always sought out by the patient.

While many may consider swimming in the ocean as part of leisure, it may also be used to obtain sinusitis relief. When the sea water enters your nose while swimming, the salt in it comes into contact with the bacteria that cause the sinusitis infection. Bacteria being unicellular, they contain a semi permeable membrane as their outer cell cover. This physiological feature makes it possible for the salt found in the sea water drain all the water molecules inside their bodies through a process known as osmosis. This process ultimately kills the bacteria and in turn the sinusitis infection is brought to an end. When this finally happens, all other sinusitis symptoms also cease to exist thus the patient becomes relieved at last. The sources used for the information for this article on Sinus are all dependable ones. This is so that there be no confusion in the authenticity of the article.

Consumption of hot liquids such as hot chicken soup throughout the day also helps the patient to obtain sinusitis relief. Hot liquids usually aid in moisturizing the mucous membranes and in the process help increase cilia movement. Just like when using warm damp towels for sinusitis relief, increase of cilia movement here helps to remove the accumulated mucus in the nostrils. This will again enable your breathing to be easier which will mean that the patient is not forced to breathe with difficulties. Two main things are achieved when you do this. One of them is that the patient enjoys having non congested nose and the second thing is that, pain usually experienced in sinus located areas stops as the breathing process is made easier.Definitely after this, the patient feels relieved from sinusitis symptoms. It was with great relief we ended writing on Sinusitis. There was just too much information to write, that we were starting to lose hopes on it's completion!

[size=large][b]Placing Small Damp Towels on Your Face is One Way to Achieve Sinusitis Relief[/b][/size][hr]The small towel is supposed to be dipped inside hot water and then removed. Once the damp towel is warm enough not to cause blisters on the skin, you are supposed to place it on your face with major emphasis being put on the area below your eyes or between them. This method helps to enhance the circulation inside the sinuses which helps increase cilia movement inside the nostrils. By increasing the movements, the cilia are able to wash out the mucus pilled up in the nostrils. After this happens, air is left to flow without any hindrance inside the air passages. This makes the breathing process much easier for you and in the process, you get to have sinusitis relief. However, for you to realize considerable relief, this procedure need to be undertaken on numerous occasions throughout the day.

[size=large][b]There are Times When You Wake Up With a Cold[/b][/size][hr]You feel tired all day. Your cough never seems to go away. Even laughing hurts at times because the whole face aches. If you have such symptoms, it is very important to understand what is sinus disease.

[size=large][b]People Living in Industrial Countries Should Always be Aware of What is Sinus Disease[/b][/size][hr]Exposure to smoke and dust is the biggest cause of sinusitis. It is best to take precautions because sinus can cause a great deal of discomfort and pain. Proper cleansing of the nose and good oral health can help avoid sinus. Taking decongestants in case of a cold can also help avoid unnecessary pain.

Trying to understand what is sinus disease, it is important to understand the symptoms associated with it. some of the most common sinus symptoms include headache, facial pain, swelling, jaw pain and toothache. A list of sinus symptoms also includes a greenish yellow nasal discharge which is pus filled at times. Some people may also run fever. Sinus may also cause temporary loss of vision, double or blurred vision. Using our imagination has helped us create a wonderful article on Sinus Symptoms. Being imaginative is indeed very important when writing about Sinus Symptoms!

Sinus disease is the inflammation of the lining of the sinus cavities present in the skull. Sinus cavities which are normally air filled, become filled with mucous due to lack of proper drainage through the nasal passage. This inflammation could be due to viral or bacterial infection. Allergies could also cause this disease. We have not included any imaginary or false information on Sphenoid Sinus here. Everything here is true and up to the mark!

[list][*]Understanding what is sinus disease, a person should also keep in mind that the beginning of sinusitis appears to be just another common cold.[*]If the cold does not go away within a week, a person should consult a doctor immediately.[*]Sinus especially sphenoid sinus can affect the brain and create dire situations.[*]Order to have a complete understanding of what is sinus disease, you should also know certain ways of curing it.[*]It is advisable to go to a doctor if your condition does not improve in five to seven days.[*]Normally a course of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs or maybe anti-allergic medicines does the job of curing sinusitis.[*]Some doctors may also prescribe nasal sprays or nasal irrigation.[*]Surgery is the last step taken in attempting to cure sinusitis.[*]Surgery is only done in a few extreme cases.[*]Inhaling steam and taking a hot compress over the affected sinuses also gives relief at times.[*]Even the beginner will get to learn more about Nasal Irrigation after reading this article.[*]It is written in easy language so that everyone will be able to understand it.[/list]

[size=large][b]Inflammation of the Sinuses is Known as Sinusitis[/b][/size][hr]This is usually caused by an infection viral, bacterial, or fungal. The sinuses are air-filled cavities around the forehead, cheeks, and eyes that are lined with mucous membranes. Healthy sinuses are germ-free and open, allowing mucus to drain and air to circulate in the nasal passages. When inflamed, the sinuses become blocked with mucus and can become infected.

Other causes of sinus includes allergies like dry air, tobacco smoke, hay fever, change in weather temperature or atmospheric pressure like when swimming or climbing high altitudes. Sinus can also be due to dental infection, physical injury to sinus, Disease or an abnormal structure in the sinus area such as nasal polyps, deviated septum, or nasal bone spur. Many bacteria also cause acute sinusitis like Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Moraxella catarrhalis.

[list][*]Sinus infection can cause a headache or pressure in the eyes, nose, cheek area, or on one side of the head.[*]A person with a sinus infection can have cough, fever, bad breath, and nasal congestion with thick nasal discharges.[*]Sinusitis is classified as acute or chronic.[*]Acute sinus lasts for less than 8 weeks and chronic one can last for more than 8 weeks. Smile[/list]

[size=large][b]Recurrent Cases Sinusitis is Not Treated Properly It can Cause Chronic Sinusitis[/b][/size][hr]Acute sinus causing bacteria along with Staphylococcus aureus and anaerobes causes chronic sinus. Fungi have become a rising cause of chronic sinusitis, especially in people with diseases like AIDS, leukemia, and diabetes, where the immune system is very weak. It was at the spur of the moment that we ventured to write something about Sinus. Such is the amount of matter that is available on Sinus. :o.

[size=large][b]Viral Infection in the Upper Respiratory Tract Leads to an Acute Sinus Infection[/b][/size][hr]An acute sinus infection can also be caused by allergens and pollutants in the air. When a person has a viral sinus infection then cells of the sinus lining are damaged. This in turn leads to inflammation and swelling and prevents the proper discharge of nasal mucus. This in turn becomes a play ground for organisms like bacteria, viruses, and fungus to live and grow quickly.
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