The Real Reason Your Sinuses Hurt

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37 million people suffer from sinus infections each year, and if you’re reading this chances are you’re one of the millions. It also means you know the horrible, overwhelming ickiness you feel when your sinuses start acting up. While you deal with the pain, do you know the true cause of it? Here are three of the most common symptoms and why they hurt so much:

Headache
That awful pressure and swelling you feel in your sinuses can give you symptoms of a headache. Sinus pressure can also cause earaches, toothaches, and pain in your cheeks, which all directly connect to the nerves in your head, causing your discomfort.

Sore Throat
Postnasal drip can leave you with a cringe worthy ache. While it may start off as a slight tickle, as your sinus infection worsens, the mucus in your throat can irritate and inflame your throat as it drips down, resulting in your basic (yet painful) sore throat.

Muscle Aches
If your sinus infection becomes chronic, you’re likely to have more bodily pain than the average person. You can blame this on possible fever and fatigue.

If you're suffering from sinus pain or chronic sinusitis, give Florida Ear Nose Throat and Facial Plastic Surgery a call for more information on how our doctors can help. Our team is here to help treat you and have you feeling healthy and happy once again. We can be reached by calling 877-EAR-NOSE. For more information on sinus infections, visit www.floridaent.com.

Natural Remedies for Sinus Pressure

Florida Ear Nose Throat

Facial Plastic Surgery Center

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If you've ever had the displeasure of dealing with sinus pressure and pain, you're probably well aware of how uncomfortable it can be. What you're also probably aware of is that your symptoms weren't alleviated by taking medication. Often times, sinus pressure can be treated by natural remedies.

Check out a few of them below.

• Flush out your nasal passage using a netti pot or saline wash
• Take a hot steamy shower or bath
• Hydrate by drinking a lot of water throughout the day
• Eat spicy foods such as mustard, horseradish, or wasabi
• Use a humidifier
• Apply warm compresses over your face

Although natural remedies can help, in some cases they simply might not. It's important to know when to visit your doctor. If you're experiencing a fever or your symptoms for last for a week or more, contact your doctor. You may be in need of antibiotics or other treatment. 

Florida Ear Nose Throat and Facial Plastic Surgery has a Sinus and Facial Plastics Institute which is the first and only facility in central Florida that is dedicated to the complete medical care of the nose, whether it be cosmetic or functional. To learn more about our sinus facility, please click here or call 407-944-3340 to schedule your appointment.

Natural Remedies for Sinus Pain

Florida Ear Nose Throat

Facial Plastic Surgery Center
877-EAR-NOSE

www.FloridaENT.com

If you've ever suffered from sinus pain or pressure, you're probably aware of how uncomfortable it can be. Pain around your eyes, forehead and teeth, post-nasal drip and coughing are just a few symptoms that you may have experienced if you are in fact suffering from sinus pain.

Luckily, there are a few remedies you can try out at home to help relieve symptoms before making an appointment to visit the doctor. Check them out below.

Clear nasal cavity.
One of the most popular remedies to help relieve sinus pain and pressure is to use a neti pot twice a day. The saline solution helps to flush your nasal passage of unwanted mucus and keep it moist. Neti pots can be purchased in your local drugstore.

Hydrate.
Drinking water throughout the day is something you should always be doing, however, when your sinuses are acting up it's extremely important. Staying hydrated will help keep your sinuses moist, thin out mucus and drain plugged sinuses. Try to avoid sugary drinks, caffeine and alcohol.

Pump up the steam.
Humidifiers and hot steamy showers can help break up mucus and temporarily help to relieve sinus pain and pressure. Try adding a bit of eucalyptus or menthol to the water to help keep your nasal passage clear.

Eat spicy.
This one may seem silly but simply adding a little bit of horseradish, wasabi or spicy mustard to your soup may help clear your sinuses right out!

Are you suffering from sinus pain? We encourage you to call the Sinus & Facial Plastic Institute. We're the first and only facility in central Florida that is dedicated to the complete medical care of the nose, both cosmetic and functional. Learn more by visiting out website, http://floridaent.com/sinus-and-facial-plastic-institute.php.