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Sinus Infections

A sinus infection or sinusitis is the swelling of the sinuses and nasal canals. The infection may be acute (persists for not more than four weeks), chronic (8 weeks or more) or subacute (going on for four to eight weeks).

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What do you do when you have a sore throat and Sinus Infection?

Honestly, (This goes for if you feel a sore throat coming on as well) the best possible remedy other than over-the-counter medications is all natural, PIPING HOT, honey & tea! Be sure to put at least 2 tablespoons of honey in your tea- and drink at least 3 cups or more! Feel better :)

Is there a medical condition that causes you to smell fumes?

There are multiple medical conditions that may result in smelling things that aren't there. One of them is Migraine aura. Osmophobia is the term that refers to the super-sensitivity of the sense of smell, or smelling things that aren't there.

Why do you get headaches so easily?

There can be several reasons why you are getting headaches. First, you need to consult with your physician for a personal evaluation and to rule out certain conditions. However, allergies and food intolerance can cause a wide variety of headaches. In fact, you can have more than one type of headache at the same time if you are reacting to several allergens or triggers at once. In particular, multiple reactions are common in the case of 'masked' food allergy/intolerance. This is particularly debilitation for sufferers because the headaches are triggered by frequently consumed food or drinks.

Can you have a colonoscopy with a sinus infection?

It depends on how long you've had the infection and the severity. Sometimes they will wait for it to be over and sometimes they don't care. Asking your doctor is the only way to know.

What is the purpose of a sinus rinse?

A sinus rinse is primarily made for individuals who are looking for a more natural way to be able to breathe better due to a cold or allergies. This rinse is usually used in a Netti Pot with purified, warm water and a salt solution. This is made for people looking to avoid synthetic drugs to achieve the same goal.

Is ciprofloxacin good for upper respiratory infections?

Ciprofloxacin is not a good drug to treat the upper respiratory infections. It is more or less reserved antibacterial drug. Other simple antibiotics like penicillin should be used to treat the upper respiratory tract infections. They are more effective than Ciprofloxacin in this case.

Stuffy nose lasting for a month can be dangerous?

Probably not dangerous unless it's a sinus infection. If you have dark yellow or green mucous coming out of your nose, please see a doctor.

Why does your sinus drain when you press on top of your scull?

I think that due to applying the pressure on the head the mucous present in the sinus pushes out, resulting in the clearing the sinuses.

Is saline spray good to stop a sinus infection?

A Sinus infection needs to be treated by a doctor because an antibiotic is usually perscribed. However, the saline solution is great to help with the symptoms, and will give some releif to help sooth the discomfort in the nose and in the throat.

I had a sinus infection a few weeks ago and I got an ear infection and couldn't hear out of that ear now every time I yawn I hear this gurgling or popping noise in my ear and I cant hear so what now?

I have the EXACT same problem, but every time I swallow, my ears pop. It can get very annoying! I've had mine ever since I was 8, maybe yours will go away soon! When I was 5, I stuck a q-tip into my ear (bad idea) and I touched my eardrum. Now I have troubles hearing in that ear once in awhile. Reply if you ever feel better! S.

Do you lose your sense of smell when you get a nose piercing?

Yes, indeed actually it can cause more serious injuries so i would recommend not getting one

Is it possible to have a sinus infection with horrible headaches that doesn't show up on CT scans and if so how could it be detected?

If the headaches are as horrible as you say, no. When the sinuses are infected they produce mucus which creates the pressure which creates the headaches. On xrays (or CTs) normal sinuses look dark gray or black, when there is an infection it is white. Very hard to mistake. Headaches have to be from something else. Keep looking.

Would a sinus and or ear infection cause a blackish stool?

No blackish stool is a problem related to intestine I don't think they are related

If you have been to the doctor and he has prescribed penicillin what do you most likely have flu chickenpox mumps sinus infection?

Fly, chickenpox, and mumps are always viral illnesses and cannot be cured with penicillin. Sinus infection is almost always viral, but can occasionally be bacterial. When it is, penicillin is not a useful antibiotic for the typical pathogens that cause sinus infection. I understand this question was probably on a secondary school homework assignment, but it's rather goofy.

How long does is take for a sinus infection to clear up?

That depends on the severity and state of the individual's immune system. Don't overtake OTC medicines like decongestants and antihistamines which can dehydrate the body. Take a vitamin including a complex of Bs, C, and Zinc which will boost the immune system and help fight the bacteria. After a week or if you have a fever over 101, though, see a doctor.

Can heat help to ease a sinus infection?

first what you want to do is nothing just lay in bed and hope it goes away that's really the only thing you can do and hey make sure your not pregnant sometimes that's the problem

Where is the carotid sinus?

The heart is the organ involved in the carotid sinus. The heart pumps blood throughout the whole circulatory system, including the carotid sinus.

What is a droplet infection?

Its an infection caused by inhaling tiny droplets of moisture from the cough or sneeze of an infected person which contain viruses or other pathogens.