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Here's to Your Health:  Help in preventing sinus infections  |
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lovecatsandsunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
274 Posts
Tara
Sands of Time
SC
USA
274 Posts |
 Posted - Feb 07 2013 : 08:45:26 AM
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I think i'm getting one. I had a sinus headache 4 days now. And have had several migraines in past week. I use a nasal spray with bactroban( to help prevent infections). But I feel allergies have been bad and now feel like I'm getting sinus infection. Due to thyroid disease and adrenal issues I can't take cortisol sprays or sudafed type meds. If anyone has some ideas how to get rid of this sinus headache and what herbs/supplements I can take to help me. I'm taking 1000mg of VitC daily.
Tara
Find something beautiful in everyday!
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Feb 07 2013 : 2:23:58 PM
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Get a Nettie pot with the saline packets and use distilled water clean out your sinus. It will help with your allergy's too.
Diana
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Edited by - gramadinah on Feb 07 2013 3:58:38 PM |
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FaithfulchickWI
Farmgirl in Training
20 Posts
Callie
Orfordville
WI
20 Posts |
Posted - Feb 07 2013 : 3:16:09 PM
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| I second gramadinah with the nettie pot. Also steam with eucalypyus oil will help open up your sinuses as well. |
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4738 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
4738 Posts |
Posted - Feb 07 2013 : 3:17:56 PM
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I agree with the above and elderberry in any form you can get it in, juice, chewable tablets, syrup. I hope you feel better soon.
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HemetGardener
True Blue Farmgirl
573 Posts
Terri
Hemet
CA
USA
573 Posts |
Posted - Feb 07 2013 : 4:48:27 PM
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I agree with Diana too. The Neti pot is wonderful. I have started wearing a dust mask when I go out and trim the bushes or pull weeds. That helps prevent sinus infections. For quick relief I take children's Benedryl, just a tiny bit, to control any sneezing.
I am trying a new natural remedy called Three Spices Sinus Complex. It has Ginger Root, Long Pepper Fruit and Black Pepper Fruit along with dehydrated honey. So far so good.
Get better soon so you can smell the spring flowers that are coming.
Terri
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LeighErica
True Blue Farmgirl
306 Posts
Erica
PA
USA
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Posted - Feb 07 2013 : 6:58:16 PM
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| Neti Pot lover here too!!! I can't tell you how many times using it has really calmed and cleared my nasal passages. It is better than any medicine I take. Although, as natural as I want to be...I do advocate for serious pain and trouble functioning...going to the doctor and getting some antibiotics if it develops into a sinus infection. You will know you have one partly because of the headaches, but also facial pain in the sinus region. Hope you feel better soon. Hugs, Erica |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
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Posted - Feb 08 2013 : 03:47:14 AM
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Tara, that sounds miserable! You poor thing! Sometimes the simplest remedies like those Grandma would've used are the ones that work best. If the air is dry in your home, that could be aggravating the situation. I am wondering if a vaporizer would help soothe your irritated sinuses, too? Even a small pot of water on a radiator might be helpful. And maybe some warm compresses will help with the headache? I don't know if this will help at all, but I used to get headaches all the time and my eye doctor told me to take magnesium. It worked wonders, but I'm not sure of the dosage - I haven't needed it for a long time, thankfully. I sure hope you find relief soon - I feel so badly that you're suffering like this! Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
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lovecatsandsunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
274 Posts
Tara
Sands of Time
SC
USA
274 Posts |
Posted - Feb 08 2013 : 1:02:42 PM
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Thanks ladies! I used the neti pot this am after being outside. It helped very much. I forgot I have humdifer. Hubby is going to set it up tonight. I ordered elderberry lonzengers, they will be here Monday.
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Roe
True Blue Farmgirl
131 Posts
Rosemarie
Tavares
Florida
USA
131 Posts |
Posted - Feb 09 2013 : 6:43:41 PM
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I think this is just the best thing I have ever tried! Hope
it works for you.
1/2 cup apple cider vinger
1/2 cup of water
Boil and inhale steam just be CAREFUL ITS HOT!
Hugs,
Roe |
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.Linz.
True Blue Farmgirl
118 Posts
Lindsey
Shippensburg
Pennsylvania
USA
118 Posts |
Posted - Feb 09 2013 : 6:53:28 PM
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Warm compresses on the face help to relieve pain. Do you have one of those small handheld massage things? If so, you can hold it on your face and massage it to get things draining. You can also alternate between pushing against the roof of your mouth with your tongue, and pressing just above your nose bridge with your finger. You should be able to feel the bone rocking back and forth slightly, this will help your sinuses to drain as well. And fresh raw garlic will help prevent or get rid of any infection.
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
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Posted - Feb 10 2013 : 4:47:01 PM
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I also agree with the Neti Pot. I suffered sinus headaches for year and it seemed like everyday I was taking Tylenol Sinus. The Neti Pot and keeping hydrated worked for me. I think maybe once every other month I actually take any sinus medicine (if that). Warm compresses like Lindsey suggested too!
By His Grace, For His Glory
~Sharon
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
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Posted - Feb 13 2013 : 07:52:43 AM
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I use a hypertonic seawater spray (nasal) that is made by the same company that makes the neti pot. I love it.
Also, I read that Red Zinger Tea (Celestial)is great to fight of sinusitis. I'm giving it a try with my family, as we are all suffering. It contains rose hips that are loaded with Vit. A and C.
I stay away from sugary drinks and try to stick with water, ginger tea, and so forth. Wine is a horrible on the sinuses. Any alcohol at all should be avoided. It messes with the sinuses and dehydrates your body.
Also, gargle with warm salt water. It helps break up the mucus.
Another thing is drinking tea made from Thyme (if you already have an issue with mucus). It breaks it up and clears it from the lungs and intestines.
I'm not a doctor F.Y.I....just sharing what works for us.
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HemetGardener
True Blue Farmgirl
573 Posts
Terri
Hemet
CA
USA
573 Posts |
Posted - Feb 13 2013 : 5:21:52 PM
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Thank you, Kristina,
Those all sound like great suggestions.
Terri |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13628 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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