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Sinusitis Drainage is needed when nasal congestion develops and blocks the nasal passages with inflamed blood vessels. Sinusitis is inflammation of the sinuses caused by a blockage in the sinus cavity that stems from the presence of foreign debris in the sinus passages. Blocked sinuses are very uncomfortable as pressure builds in the swollen sinus cavities. There are various methods used to treat a sinusitis infection and experience symptom relief. The need to drain the sinuses is vital to return quality of life and functional breathing. Sinusitis drainage is required for symptom relief. A sinus or nasal obstruction will require drainage to return to a functional level.
During a sinusitis infection it is experienced as a cold that won’t go away, nasal pressure, pain, postnasal drip, headache, pressure in the face and cheeks. The blockage of bacteria, fungi or virus also triggers excess mucus production in the sinus cavities and inflammation due to the pathogens attacking the sinus cavity openings. When the sinus cavity openings are attacked this leads to a more serious sinus infection. Sinusitis develops typically when there is existing inflammation from a cold or allergy. When bacteria get into the sinus cavities, they attack the swelling of the cavity lining, causing more inflammation. During a sinusitis infection, the cilia which are small hairs in the nasal passageways cannot perform their function of removing the debris that is blocked inside the sinus cavity. Antihistamines reduce inflammation and are often part of the treatment regimen during a sinusitis infection. Taking over the counter antihistamines such as Benadryl or Sudafed is 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. Oral antibiotics: they don’t work The most common treatment that is widely prescribed for a sinusitis infection is an oral antibiotic. Oral antibiotics rely on the blood stream and blood vessels to carry the medication to the infected sinus cavity. A significant problem exists for the sinus cavities relying on the blood vessels exclusively to deliver medication to the infected sinus cavities; the sinus cavities are characterized be very few blood vessels. With a scant amount of blood vessels found in the sinus cavity, these tiny swollen nasal membranes that are also infected cannot provide an effective dose of medication. In short, it is difficult to effectively treat any sinusitis infection with oral medication. Oral decongestants, like oral antibiotics, are also frequently prescribed or recommended to alleviate sinusitis symptoms. Oral decongestants also rely on the blood vessels to deliver medication through the blood stream to the infected sinus area. Once again, effective relief is not provided by utilizing the limited supply of blood vessels in the nasal cavity. Decongestants function by shrinking swollen mucous membranes that are 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. In addition, a decongestant can also assist in shortening the course of the illness 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. Nebulized Sinus Therapy Nebulized sinus therapy is offered by Sinus Dynamics which is a topical method for treating sinusitis. Sinus Dynamics has a state of the art approach to sinus infections offering custom compounded antibiotics, anti-fungals, and anti-inflammatories delivered with a pressurized aerosolized mist through a state of the art nebulizer. Sinus Dynamics nebulizer emits a fine medicated mist with 3.2-micron particle size that can rapidly enter the inflamed sinus cavities and fight through the bacteria, reaching the inflammation at the opening of the sinus cavities. 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. Give Sinus Dynamics a call (877) 447-4276 today to speak with our representative about our sinus therapy. Sinus Dynamics offers a highly effective, easy to use, safe and sinus treatment with a 98% success rate in the treatment of patients who are suffering with a sinusitis drainage problem.
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