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I've heard that the neti-pot works wonders!
It rinses away allergens, allowing you to breathe easier..and clearning nasal passages causing sinus pain.
I don't know if you're looking for more of a home remedy, but the only OTC medication that works for me is Tylenol for Severe Sinus Pain. It's the only thing that will take the pain away.
I have bad sinus problems, the only thing that has really worked for me, is the OTC sinus medicine from CVS. Not the cold and flu, but the one that is specifically for sinus pressure. I have a really bad problem with my sinuses hurting from other medication because they get too dry, and this did not do it to me.
Also, a damp warm washcloth to the face is pretty much the best thing in the world when your sinuses are hurting.
I second sinus cleanses. It really has helped to make my sinus headaches and allergy problems a lot better. I haven't found a lot of pills that really help mine though, I try not to take them because I'm on too many pills already!
About a year ago I was miserable because of sinus pain! It was so bad I was constantly googling ways to fix it. The #1 thing I saw recommended was the neti-pot, I don't have one so I didn't try it, but it might be worth a try.
Things I did use, a humidifier while I slept and I don't know if you know what a bed buddy is, but I had one on my face whenever possible. It's like a sock filled with rice that you microwave and it gives a moist heat, it was wonderful. I also boiled water with garlic in it and once it boils turn it off, put a towl over your head and the pot and just breath in deep. This did help. I also used mucinex (they have a specific one for sinus) and Ibuprofen.
*Unfortunately, everything I tried only gave me short-term relief. After a week i saw a doctor and it turns out I had a sinus infection. He gave me an antibiotic and told me to continue using mucinex/ibuprofen until the antibiotic made a differfence*
I am pretty much the queen of sinus headaches-- I have one from October to May, almost constantly, without fail. I can't bring myself to use the Neti Pot, though! It's just too weird for me.
I do try to remember to do a plain saline spray (my doc recommended Ocean brand, but any non-medicated saline should help) to relieve congestion. I also just started using Advil Cold and Sinus, and it's a miracle drug. It works by reducing the inflammation of the sinuses, which is another cause of the pain (other that the buildup of congestion).
Blow your nose right after getting out of the shower, too. The steam from the shower helps open your nasal passages and makes blowing your nose easier.
A good way to know if it's a sinus infection or not (since I've had about a million) is if the mucus is thick or discolored. If it's clear and/or runny, you're probably ok. Also be aware of how your ears and throat feel-- your ears, nose, and throat are all connected, so if two or more are sore, hie the to a medical professional!
Hope this helps!
I use two things- decongestants and hot, spicy food. The first works way longer then the second, but together they are great! If you have this problem for too long, check with a doctor incase you have an infection or something worse!
If you believe it's allergies, do Zyrtec.
If coughing included used Musinex
If you're eyes are REALLY swollen, it's probably allergies, so I'd also take some benadryl (liquid)...
Accupuncture! I don't know why/how it works, but after years of problems, recurring sinus infections, sinus surgery, etc... *This is the only thing that has given me long-term relief.*
I also steam my face for up to 10 minutes before bed--that really helps.
Instead of neti-pot, my doc recommends getting a cheap turkey baster (weird, I know) and then using the neti-pot salts they sell at walgreens and making up the saline solution and then flushing 2 x day with the turkey baster.
Neti pot or sinus rinse.
But also, see an ENT specialist. I had sinus problems for YEARS and finally gave in and saw an ENT. Turns out I had tons of scar tissue from years of back-to-back sinus infections and needed surgery. Surgery took 1.5 hours and I've never felt better in my life.
Wow, hotchild! I've had TONS of sinus infections, I wonder if I have scar tissue too??
but it seems like I have a sinus headache from October - January usually...hmmm. I got the neti pot and it seems alright, but my nose got SO clear, it burned ridiculously bad when I went to work out. I think my sinuses got too clean... :p
i second the saline nasal spray recommendation! i use it every morning because i'm allergic to dust, it just clears everything out. also, when i have sinus headaches i lay down with an ice pack over my eyes/face (http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?order_num=-1&SKU=12117388)--it's amazing how much it helps.
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any sure fire way to get rid of it? :| any random little remidies anyone knows of ?
i feel like i am harboring golf balls in my face and have tried everything i can think of. i even put that stuff for migranes on my sinuses (it's called bio-freeze) and couldn't open my eyes without tears running down my face for like an hour! haha. oh i'm so miserable...help me, bees.