Sinus Pressure Treatment
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Natural Relief Methods
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Relieving sinus pressure can be done in several ways, but since everyone is different the relief method varies. The Natural Health Remedies website gives some examples of relief:
• Using steam -- in a shower
• Hot compress on the face
• Using sinus irrigation -- with warm salt water
• Using Tea Tree Oil -- it has antibacterial properties
• Breathe in Eucalyptus -- put some in a warm bowl of water and breathe in.
• Using a humidifierTry different methods to find the one that works best for you.
Over-the-Counter Relief
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Sometimes a simple over-the-counter allergy medication or product can be used to treat sinus pressure. These can include:
• Purchasing allergy medication such as Claritin or Guaifenesin (Mucinex)
• Purchasing a sinus irrigation kit
• Using nose drops to relieve congestion (with or without menthol)
• Using saline drops (with or without menthol)Your local pharmacist can make even more suggestions about what kinds of over-the-counter products to use. It is important to be careful with some over-the-counter medications because they can create additional problems such as causing the sinus cavity to become irritated and dry.
Seeing Your Physician
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If none of the above methods work, you may need to see a physician for treatment. Sinus pressure and pain can be caused by severe infections such as a staph infection. This type of infection needs to be treated with prescribed medications. Untreated infections can lead to more serious complications.
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