Overview

The sinuses are the spaces in the forehead, cheeks, and nose that are usually filled with air. Sinusitis is an inflammation of sinus tissues, causing facial pain, a running nose, and fever. Commonly caused by the common cold, infectious conditions, and allergies. It is a common health complaint in the US and a leading cause of antibiotic prescriptions.

Causes

Sinusitis is caused by,

• Viruses, Bacteria, Fungi, and Allergens

• Common cold or  flu

• Seasonal allergies 

• Air pollution 

• Structural problems in the nose.

 Risk factors include 

• Nasal polyps 

• Deviated nasal septum 

• Weakened immune system

• Cystic fibrosis.

Symptoms

Common symptoms include

• Postnasal drip 

• Stuffy and running nose 

• Facial pressure 

• Tooth pressure 

• Ear pressure 

• Bad breath (halitosis) 

• Headache 

• Tiredness 

• Nasal discharge

• Sneezing 

• Nasal obstruction 

• Tenderness and swelling in the affected sinuses

• Cough

• Fever with  chills

• Hyposmia.

Ayurvedic Treatments

Abhyangam  Nasyam  Vamanam  Virechanam

Naturopathy Treatments

Enema  Arm & foot bath  Facial steam  Athapasthana  Reflexology  Acupuncture  Manipulative therapy Mud therapy  Diet therapy  Clinical yoga  Pranayama  Kriyas