Table of contents:

1. Inhalations
2. Herbal infusions
3. Warm compresses
4. Water massage
5. Purification
6. Rubbing ointments
7. Moisturising
8. Tea
9. Thyme syrup
10. Summary

In Poland, almost half of the population has undergone acute sinusitis and almost 15% struggle with chronic sinusitis.

Important! According to research, almost 70 per cent of pseudo-migraine pains have their origin in diseased sinuses.

The paranasal sinuses are a natural filter for inhaled air. Their role is to adapt the air to the body's needs (warming, purifying, moisturising). When a cold causes the sinus cavities to become blocked, or when the mucous membrane becomes swollen, air is trapped in the sinuses, its pressure increases, mucus builds up and bacterial proliferation begins. The result is the development of sinusitis, which manifests itself, among other things, as pain under and above the eyes.

Important! Viruses are responsible for almost 98% of cases of acute sinusitis. This is most often the result of a cold.

If the illness is in its early stages, it is worth using natural remedies in the treatment.

Inhalations

These are among the most effective methods. The types of inhalation that can be used are inhalations:

• salt - pour 7 tablespoons of table salt into hot water. After stirring the solution, lean over it, cover your head with a towel and breathe in the resulting steam for a few minutes. The therapy should be applied once a day for a period of 5 days,
• herbs (e.g. chamomile, thyme), which have antispasmodic properties and help to get rid of retained secretions - 50 grams of herb should be brewed in 1 litre of water. Inhalation should be carried out for about 10 minutes, once a day for several days,
• essential oils (e.g. eucalyptus, pine), which are characterised by their respiratory tract decongestant properties. A few drops of the chosen oil should be added to hot water. The inhalation should last a few minutes. It should be performed once a day for a few days.

Herbal infusions

Drinking herbal inf usions is a good way to combat the complaints of sick sinuses. A mixture of lime blossoms, dried raspberries and honeydew honey is effective. All ingredients (one teaspoon each) are steeped for 10 minutes. The infusion should be drunk three times a day.

Warm compresses

This method will help especially with pain located at the base of the nose. The compresses can be made of peas heated (e.g. in the oven to 60 degrees C), which should first be poured into a pouch. These can also be pouches with medicinal salt, which has an additional effect on nasal decongestion due to the bromine and iodine compounds released. The compress should be applied several times a day to the eyes, cheeks or forehead for about 30 minutes.

Natural remedies for sinuses, photo: panthermedia

Water massage

This involves massaging the sinus area with a stream of warm water from a shower. The therapy helps to control pain and get rid of lingering secretions.

Cleansing

In sinusitis, it is important to clean the blocked nose, which is one of the symptoms of the disease. Therefore, 'nasal cleansing' must not be forgotten. An effective way is to draw saline into the nose along with the air flow.

Rubbing ointments

Camphor and amber ointments are effective against the affliction as they warm up well. A small amount should be rubbed in a circular motion on the temples, forehead and under the nose (additional inhalation). Repeat three times a day.

Moisturising

When suffering from sinusitis, it is important to drink plenty of fluids. It is also important to humidify the room you are in (air humidity should be around 70%). In winter, when the radiators are on, the air is not fresh. The result is irritation of the sensitive mucous membranes of the respiratory tract. For this purpose, an air humidifier can be purchased or the radiator can be covered with a wet towel. It is also important to ensure that the temperature in the patient's room is at least 20 degrees Celsius.

Tea

Drinking with ginger or cinnamon not only has a warming effect, but also decongests the airways. In the case of ginger, fresh (e.g. grated) should be added.

Thyme syrup

Pour 1.5 litres of water over abunch of fresh th yme and boil for about 30 minutes. Once cooled, add 4 teaspoons of buckwheat honey and squeeze the juice of one lemon. The syrup should be taken three times a day, one tablespoon at a time. The concoction decongests the nose and sinuses and also has an antibacterial effect.

Other remedies include.

• eating foods rich in vitamin A (e.g. mango, pumpkin, tomatoes),
• adding spices characterised by intense flavour and aroma to foods and drinks (e.g. garlic, onions, horseradish),
• avoiding fatty and cold food (exacerbates symptoms of upper respiratory tract diseases),
• rinsing the throat with lukewarm water and a spoonful of salt (helps expectorate lingering secretions),
• use of homeopathic remedies.

Summary

Treatment of sinusitis symptoms with home remedies does not always result in fully satisfactory results. Particularly in the case of acute inflammation. However, the use of natural remedies does not exclude their legitimate use in supportive and symptomatic treatment, as well as in prevention.