Debunking the Myth: Alcohol and Sinusitiscreated at May 08, 2009The common belief that alcohol worsens sinusitis is not entirely a myth,but rather a complex correlation.While alcohol itself doesn't directly cause sinusitis,its dehydrating effects can thicken mucus,potentially leading to congestion and worsened symptoms... |
Navigating the Maze of Sinusitis Medications: Understanding Side Effectscreated at May 08, 2009When it comes to treating sinus infections, medications play a crucial role in alleviating symptoms and promoting recovery. However, it's essential to be aware that, like any medical intervention, medications can come with side effects. Here's a closer loo... |
Navigating the Search for Sinus Specialists: A Guide to Finding the Right Doctorcreated at May 07, 2009Finding the right doctor to treat your sinus problems can be a challenging task, but it's essential for effective management and relief of symptoms. Here are some steps to help you in your search:1. ResearchStart by researching online resources, such as me... |
Exploring the Connection Between Sinus Problems and Immune Deficiencycreated at May 11, 2009While sinus infections are commonly attributed to viral or bacterial causes, in some cases, underlying immune deficiencies may contribute to recurrent or persistent sinus issues. Although this scenario is uncommon, it is crucial to consider immune dysfunct... |
What other problems happen as a result of sinusitis?created at May 11, 2009I have seen patients with problems like hives which wouldn't get better, they had no other symptoms. The hives got better immediately with treatment of sinusitis. I was amazed. Sinus problems may also cause all kinds of allergies to worsen (it seems that s... |
What if the surgery doesn't help for sinus surgery ?created at May 08, 2009First, be patient, recovery from surgery takes weeks (occasionally months). If you aren't better at that point then there are many possibilities including allergies, immune problems, fungal infection of the sinuses, scarring from the original surgery, sinu... |
What effect do nasal polyps have on sinus problems?created at May 08, 2009Nasal polyps are not true polyps but rather are probably caused by inflammation in the nose. They look like peeled grapes but are basically fluid-filled sacs. They can be found anywhere in the sinuses or nose and commonly are associated with sinus infectio... |