sinus problems?

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i get really bad sinus headaches are there any home remedies to cure it? motrin and tylenol both don't work

Answers:
Try eucalyptis on your chest and neck so you get the benefits of the fumes during the night.
Try some in a bowl of hot water and a towell over your head over the bowl and inhale it.It sure clears the passages.

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Treatment For A Sinus Headache

Sinus headaches are associated with a swelling of the membranes lining the sinuses (spaces adjacent to the nasal passages). Pain occurs in the affected region – the result of air, pus, and mucus being trapped within the obstructed sinuses. The discomfort often occurs under the eye and in the upper teeth (disguised as a headache or toothache). Sinus headaches tend to worsen as you bend forward or lie down. The key to relieving the symptoms is to reduce sinus swelling and inflammation and facilitate mucous drainage from the sinuses.
There are several at-home steps that help prevent sinus headache or alleviate its pain. They include:

Breathe moist air: Relief for a sinus headache can be achieved by humidifying the dry air environment. This can be done by using a steam vaporizer or cool-mist humidifier, steam from a basin of hot water, or steam from a hot shower.

Alternate hot and cold compresses: Place a hot compress across your sinuses for three minutes, and then a cold compress for 30 seconds. Repeat this procedure three times per treatment, two to six times a day.

Nasal irrigation: Some believe that when nasal irrigation or rinse is performed, mucus, allergy creating particles and irritants such as pollens, dust particles, pollutants and bacteria are washed away, reducing the inflammation of the mucous membrane. Normal mucosa will fight infections and allergies better and will reduce the symptoms. Nasal irrigation helps shrink the sinus membranes and thus increases drainage. There are several over-the-counter nasal rinse products available. Consult your ear, nose, and throat specialist for directions on making a home nasal rinse or irrigation solution.

Over-the-counter medications: Some over-the-counter (OTC) drugs are highly effective in reducing sinus headache pain. The primary ingredient in most OTC pain relievers is aspirin, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, naproxen, or a combination of them. The best way to choose a pain reliever is by determining which of these ingredients works best for you.

Decongestants: Sinus pressure headaches caused by allergies are usually treated with decongestants and antihistamines. In difficult cases, nasal steroid sprays may be recommended.

Alternative medicine: Chinese herbalists use Magnolia Flower as a remedy for clogged sinus and nasal passages. In conjunction with other herbs, such as angelica, mint, and chrysanthemum, it is often recommended for upper respiratory tract infections and sinus headaches, although its effectiveness for these problems has not been scientifically confirmed.
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http://www.entnet.org/healthinfo/sinus/sinus_headaches.cfm

none ogf which i know try having the flu see how you like it, because thats what i got

I was give a course of a steroid spray- used it for 3 month. I had sinus problems for years and now after the course of using the spray- the sinus problems are almost gone for good.

PAIN KILLERS WON'T AFFECT SINUS. I TAKE WALGREENS WAL-FINATE-D. WORKS GREAT FOR ME! NON-DROWSY, 4 HOUR RELIEF. 48 TABLETSS. I THINK WAS ABOUT $8. I ONLY TAKE 2 PER DAY.

The only thing I found that works for my sinus headaches is Advil Cold and Sinus. If you continue to have problems, you might want to see an ENT doctor for further treatment.
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I'm an R.N.

Good luck. I had to have a 13 thousand dollar sugery for mine. You could try boiling water on the stove to get some moisture in the air. That helped me sometimes. You can apply pressure at the top of your nose like pinch it between your eyes. That should help but only for a few seconds.

get flonase, or vick's vapor rub at ur local dollar store

I used to have major sinus problems all the time. I finally found what works best for me. Flonase.

i also have sinus problems..i take alavert sinus & allergy
it doesnt dry my mouth like claritin. alavert is over the counter. the only cure would be is surgery..but in extreme cases..
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sinusitis sufferer for 30 years

Aleve cold and sinus is really pretty good. I don't care for tylenol of motrin they don't seem to work on anything I've eve taken them for.

Sinus headaches are covered at:
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003024.htm

If this is a chronic condition - I would personally seek treatment from a qualified homeopath to get to the root of the problem.

However, in the short-term you can do some things at home that will ease your suffering when you get these sinus headaches. Avoid painkillers like tylenol and motrin - both of which are hard on the liver, kidneys and the stomach lining (respectively).

STEAM INHALATION is the BEST home remedy for this. Boil some water and put a dollop of Vicks Vaporub (or Eucalyptus - even better!) into it. Put a towel over your head and hover over the hot water. Breathe deeply for 10 minutes. This will help moisten the sinus cavity. If there is any dried mucous it will help loosen it. Don't take any OTC drugs that dry up runny nose - or you'll be back at square one!

Once the discharge (runny nose) is established - you should start to feel relieved. Repeat as often as needed.

Hope this helps some.

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