Sinusitis Symptoms and Management (+ Nasal Irrigation Spray)

I have rhinitis, but when I catch a cold, I also get symptoms of sinusitis and tonsillitis.

Because when sinusitis symptoms follow rhinitis, daily life becomes difficult. Don't let it go to the chronic stage I'll share the method (it's not that great, but^^;).

First, here are the differences between rhinitis and sinusitis.

1️⃣Rhinitis: clear runny nose, sneezing

2️⃣Sinusitis: Pain around the face O

Symptoms of mucus running down the back of the throat

 

What is sinusitis (sinusitis)?

It refers to pus filling up the nose.

Symptoms of sinusitis include Loss of smell, stuffy nose, yellow nasal discharge, phlegm, cough There are etc.

 

Sinusitis symptoms occur in the paranasal sinuses next to the nose.

The paranasal sinuses are made up of very thin tubes that connect to the nasal cavity.

If this tube becomes blocked due to inflammation such as a cold,

The sinuses become clogged with secretions, and as the secretions age, pus develops due to bacterial infection.

This farming causes the pipes to become more blocked.

Eventually, the inflammation causes the mucous membrane inside the nose to swell further, resulting in nasal congestion.

Sinusitis symptoms usually occur when a cold is not treated in time.

If nasal congestion, cough, and phlegm persist for more than two weeks after a cold, acute sinusitis should be suspected.

Acute sinusitis is when the symptoms of sinusitis last for less than 4 weeks. This is the case when

If these symptoms recur frequently, Chronic sinusitis is when the condition becomes chronic for more than 3 months. It is called.

In chronic sinusitis, the cysts may be small or may cluster together and become very large.

In some cases, the cyst inside the nose can completely block the back of the nose, blocking both nostrils.

If you have symptoms of sinusitis, you should undergo an endoscopy or CT scan. A proper diagnosis is essential for accurate treatment and preventing chronic disease.

When symptoms of sinusitis occur, appropriate drug treatment is necessary.

Sinusitis is an inflammatory disease, so it can be cured with appropriate medication (antibiotics) rather than surgery, but it must be taken for about 2-3 weeks.

 

Over-the-counter medications️

: Zyrtec class Allegra It was effective in relieving runny nose and sneezing due to its cetirizine component. cosplay It's okay if you have nasal congestion.

 

Another thing is

When rhinitis and sinusitis symptoms are severe Nasal wash spray It is effective to use.

Usage Tips> After spraying, gently blow your nose to remove mucus and use 2-3 times a day.

(However, it should only be used for a short period of time)

 

Rules of Life> Washing your nose, managing humidity, and maintaining ventilation and bedding are helpful in managing rhinitis and sinusitis.