Understanding sinus and sinus infection
Sinuses are naturally present in the space behind your eyes and both sides of your nose. The main function of sinuses is to keep the membranes of your throat and noise moist and clean. However, when there is a nasal congestion, the nasal passage gets inflamed, the swollen sinus blocks the flow of air and mucus and it becomes a seat for bacterial infestation.
In fact, a sinus infection is caused by a secondary infestation of bacteria when you are primarily suffering from a cold or flu, which has already weakened your immunity. Under such conditions, the body becomes more susceptible to allergies, fungal infections and irritations caused by dry air and smoking.
What are the symptoms of sinus infection?
Sinus infections can be identified by symptoms such as dark phlegm, mostly of yellowish or greenish tinge. You may have a severe bout of coughing, sneezing and flow of sinus. Inflammation in and around the nose, eyes and throat, headaches and light fever are also the pointers of sinus infection.
How to treat sinus infections?
The most natural solution to sinus infection is to take warm liquids rich in glucose, vitamins, minerals, proteins and electrolytes. This strengthens the body from within by building fatty acids and amino acids that boost up the immunity and keep the body keep it hydrated.
Another easy way to combat sinus infections is to start a steam treatment. You could do this by taking a hot shower, breathing in the steam rising from a pot of hot water, surrounding your head and the pot with a thick towel. This will expiate the excess phlegm and make your mucus healthy and colorless.
Taking common OTC medications like anti-inflammatory drugs, expectorants and decongestants help to eradicate the symptoms of sinus infections. Consult a doctor if the infection stays longer than 10-15 days.
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