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A Sinusitis Allergy is distinctive from an allergy. An allergy is an immune response and a hypersensitivity disorder that results in an inflammatory response activating white blood cells. When a person has an allergy there is the normal inflammation that takes place in the sinus cavity as well as mucus build up. However, when there is a sinusitis allergy infection the walls of the sinus cavity and the openings into the sinuses become so swollen that bacteria is trapped inside the sinuses causing an infection. Normally, bacteria that enter the sinuses are swept out by the cilia. However, when the bacteria are trapped they attack the lining of the sinuses causing more inflammation. Eventually, the openings of the sinus cavity become so inflamed that the blood vessels leak out fluid, again causing more swelling. At this point in the sinusitis infection the bacteria become trapped and cannot be released by the sinuses natural process of eliminating infection. Sinusitis allergy infections are distinguishable by many symptoms such as post-nasal drip, facial pain, headache, congestion, and green nasal discharge. Antihistamines are part of the treatment regimen during a sinusitis allergy infection. Taking over the counter antihistamines such as Benadryl or Sudafed are helpful in clearing up excess mucus from allergic reactions that often trigger sinusitis as well as clearing the headache that can accompany a sinusitis infection. Antihistamines are “any drug that neutralizes the effects of histamine, used especially in the treatment of allergies.” Any treatment that attacks the cause of the inflammation will be helpful in eradicating the sinusitis headache. The most common treatment methods used to treat a sinusitis infection are oral antibiotics, decongestants, nasal sprays, and of course rest, drinking plenty of fluids to flush the system, as well as using warm compresses and inhaling warm water vapor to alleviate pain and pressure in the face.
However, the sinus cavity is unique in that there are very few blood vessels, in comparison to other parts of the body where the antibiotic can effectively transport the medicine. The limitation of using an oral antibiotic to treat a sinusitis allergy infection is apparent. With so few blood vessels needed to transport medication to an infected sinus cavity, a sinus infection may likely not receive the amount of medication required to effectively eradicate the infection in a timely manner. In addition, oral antibiotics rely on the blood stream as stated previously however the entire body receives the dose of medicine which can cause unwanted side effects such as nausea, light sensitivity, urinary tract infections, abdominal pain, and other common symptoms. Removing pathogens from the nasal cavity In the effort to experience relief from a sinusitis allergy infection, a patient may utilize a nasal spray. A Nasal spray is a treatment method that is widely recommended for a sinusitis infection and can provide some sinus relief. Nasal sprays are obtained over the counter or prescribed by a physician. Due to the design of the bottle, a nasal spray emits a large particle size that cannot fit into the tiny sinus openings nor can the particle reach into the upper nasal passage. This large particle size cannot treat the inflamed openings of the sinus cavities nor remove the pathogens caught inside the upper sinus cavities. For effective treatment, medication is needed to make contact with the infected areas that are often deep inside the sinus cavities. Therefore, a nasal spray can only offer limited relief and treatment to the lower sinuses in a sinusitis infection and definitely could not reach the deep sinuses located deep in the skull, such as the sphenoid sinuses. Nasal sprays only treat the lower nasal passages and remove pathogens in the lower sinus regions. Decongestants used during allergy infections, also are helpful and shrink the swollen membranes in the nasal passageways and sinus cavity openings. The purpose of a decongestant is to allow for easy breathing during a sinus infection, unblocking the airways. Oral decongestant may be recommended during a sinusitis allergy infection, but like oral antibiotics they also rely on the blood vessels in the sinus cavity to deliver medication through the blood stream to the infected sinus area. However, a decongestant can also assist in shortening the course of the sinusitis infection by shrinking the ostia, allowing the mucus to drain from the sinus cavity. Spray decongestants also are available and provide immediate relief, but due to the active ingredient oxymetazoline or phenylephrine can become habit forming as well as inducing a rebound effect. If spray decongestants are used for too long and the medication wears off, the swelling in the nasal cavity returns and is more severe than it was prior to the last application of decongestant. Hence, a dependency on nasal sprays can easily develop which may require steroids to assist with the withdrawal period as well as reducing inflammation. The rebound effect from a decongestant spray can occur for anyone using a decongestant spray from a bad cold to an acute sinusitis infection. A physician’s secret… When physicians have exhausted the standard methods of treatment unsuccessfully, they will turn to sinus surgery. Sinus surgery is painful and only clears out a portion of the sinusitis infection resulting in the sinus infection usually returning. Frequently patients with a sinusitis allergy infection will end up receiving more than one surgery in their lifetime. Compounded medications and aerosol therapy Sinus Dynamics’ offers custom compounded antibiotics, anti-fungals, and anti-inflammatories that are delivered topically into the sinus cavities with a state of the art nebulizer. The nebulizer emits a fine medicated mist with 3.2-micron sized particle that can rapidly enter the inflamed sinus cavities and fight through the bacteria, reaching the inflammation at the opening of the sinus cavities. Sinus Dynamics offers the most effective treatment for all types of sinusitis infections by delivering medication directly in the sinus cavity. The medication reaches the site of infection through the pressurized aerosolized mist that can then travel up into the inflamed sinuses. The aerosolized medicated mist is sent up into the actual site of the sinusitis infection, fighting the infection on contact. Sinus Dynamics’ topical approach to treating sinusitis is highly effective as medications that are topically applied result in little to no side effects and ensure a low systemic absorption rate. Sinus Dynamics sinus therapy is highly effective, easy to use, and safe with a 98% success rate in the treatment of patients who are suffering with sinusitis infections. Contact Sinus Dynamics today to discuss which treatment would be best for your sinusitis allergy infection (877) 447-4276.
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