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Sinusitis Definition: What Is It?

The term sinusitis is used a lot.  Some people think if they have a headache then they must have sinusitis.  Some think if they have a bad cold, it must be sinusitis.  Others think if they feel dizzy it must be sinusitis.  The question is then, what really is sinusitis.
The strict sinusitis definition is this: [...]

Will Sinusitis Impair Vision?

Sinusitis is an infection of the sinus cavities in your head.  Some of these sinus areas are very near your eye.  Because of this there can be symptoms of pain and pressure around the eye.  This leads to a question you may have, can sinusitis impair vision?
The general answer to that question is no, sinusitis [...]

Sinusitis and Food

Have you noticed that after you eat certain foods you feel more congested? Does your nose fill up after consuming certain foods? Do you get more pressure in your head? Many people swear that one of the things that triggers their sinus problems is food.
Sinusitis and food has been an often discussed [...]

Sinusitis and Flying

High altitude flying can put specific stresses on the respiratory system.  Your sinuses are specifically impacted when you fly.  The physics of high altitude will have an effect on your sinuses whether or not you have sinus problems.  If you don’t have a sinus infection, high altitude flying can create conditions where you become very [...]

Sinusitis Irrigation: Immediate Relief

Indoor environments can be very dry.  This is especially true in the winter.  Your nasal and sinus areas need moisture.  Moisture helps to empty the sinuses of the thick infected mucus. It can relieve congestion, sinus pain, headache and sore throat.
One of the best and fastest ways to add moisture to your sinuses is through [...]

Sinusitis and Mucus: What You Need To Know

When you have sinusitis, mucus becomes a real problem.  It seems that you are always blowing your nose because it is full of mucus.  You have post nasal drip.  The mucus is draining into your throat making it sore and uncomfortable.  And when those two things are not happening, it means that you are totally [...]

Sinusitis Herbs: Herb Cures For Sinus Problems

Suffering from sinusitis is not new.  Sinus infections have been a problem for thousands of years.  In that time many cures have been discovered.  Many of the best of these cures are based on the natural healing properties of herbs.
There are a specific few that are particularly well suited to treat infections of the sinus [...]

Sinus Problems and Tooth Pain

Sinus problems can cause a myriad of symptoms.  Some of the symptoms are what you would expect, runny nose, blocked nasal passages, congestion, pressure in the sinuses and headaches to name a few. Sometimes, though, you may experience symptoms that seem totally unrelated to sinusitis.
One of the most common symptoms that seem unrelated to sinusitis [...]

Sinusitis and Your Nose

When you think of sinusitis the first thing you think about is your nose.  That is logical because that’s where most of your sinusitis symptoms show up. Runny nose, blocked nasal passages, stuffed up nose and trouble breathing through your nose are some of those symptoms.  You might even think that a sinus infection is [...]

Symptoms and Signs of Sinus Problems

What exactly are the signs and symptoms of sinusitis?  Are they the same as a cold?  If they are, how do you know the difference?  Are there special symptoms that you should know about?  If you have problems with your sinuses  these are questions you may be asking.
The number one question is, how do you [...]