What can I do to get rid of sinusitis?

Answer 1

While acute sinusitis may be eradicated with antibiotics or better aromatherapy, getting rid of chronic sinusitis is somewhat a complicated issue. Raising up the mucociliary system and overcoming fungal allergy solves the problem of chronic sinusitis for a vast majority of sufferers. Below is as explanation of them.

There are two common causes of chronic sinusitis.

1. Failure of mucociliary system.

Within your sinuses there exists a wonderful mechanism called the Mucociliary System, which serves to trap--and to some degree--destroy particles like pollen and foreign invaders such as viruses, bacteria and other infectious agents. It is based on mucous membranes, much of which is in the sinuses. Special cells and glands in the mucous membrane secrete mucus, yes, simply the stuff that comes out when your nose runs or you blow your nose. Mucus is the basic element of the mucociliary system. It heats, humidifies and cleans the air we breathe. It also lubricates the nasal membranes. So, our bodies produce and drain a significant amount (one to two quarts) of mucus every day.

The "ciliary" refers to cilia, the second important element of the mucociliary defense system. Cilia are microscopically thin hairs, which exist on top of special columnar cells, called the ciliated cells. Each ciliated cell has between 50 and 200 cilia on its top. These cilia vibrate rhythmically in harmony to push mucus out like oars push water. This pushing motion creates a continuous stream of mucus, which flows fast (at a rate of six to seven millimeters per minute). The stream then continues through the nasal passage until it reaches the back of throat where it's swallowed. This streaming blanket of mucus traps virtually everything in the air as it passes through the nose. Dust particles, pollens and foreign invaders such as viruses and bacteria are all stuck on the mucus-covered walls much like flies on flypaper. Constant production of mucus and the sweeping action of the cilia together form the cleansing system. But, there's more: Mucus, which has never received the respect it deserves, also contains antiseptic enzymes, antibodies (also known as immunoglobulins) and warrior cells that the immune system uses to identify and neutralize harmful foreigners. These agents create a barrier to infections and constitute the third and the last important element of the mucociliary defense. Together these three elements comprise this wonderful defense system against the many microbes and irritants in the air. The sad fact is that mucociliary system is delicate and prone to damage and failure. Its failure is the root of many chronic nose and sinus problems today. Since microbes and allergens are always present in the air we breathe, we need mucociliary system to be constantly working. If it fails for some reason, sinus problems ensue, and without the system recovering, no surgery or medication--even the strongest antibiotics--will provide a lasting remedy.

2. Allergic response towards airborne fungi spores. This condition keeps nasal passages blocked, and thus paves the ground for sinus infections. Detailed information can be found at the Web-site of The Mayo Clinic (http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/DiseasesIndex/DiseasesIndex) and www.howtogetridofsinusitis.com .