Tom Bohager
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 These include the frontal sinuses, the maxillary sinuses, two sinus cavities located between the nasal cavity and eye sockets, and the collection of air spaces in the large, winged bone behind the nose that forms the central part of the base of the skull.
Sinusitis is an inflammation of the nasal sinuses that usually accompanies upper respiratory infections. This ailment is most frequently caused by bacterial infections, although it may be caused by viral infections as well. Smoking, irritating smells or fumes, nasal injuries, and growths in the nose may cause chronic sinusitis. |
Frederic Vagnini, M.D. and Barry Fox, Ph.D.
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 LEVOFLOXACIN (lee-voe-FLOKS-uh-sin) Brand Names: Levaquin, Quixin
About Levofloxacin
The maxillary sinus is one of four groups of sinuses (hollow areas) in the facial bones. The sinuses help reduce the weight of the bones while keeping them strong.
The sinuses are lined with membranes, which produce a sticky substance (mucus) that traps dirt and other particles in a form that can easily be expelled from the body. The sinuses have tiny slots through which excess mucus, trapped bacteria, and other foreign particles can drain. |
The Editors of FC&A
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| Try these tips for sinus success.
• Dissolve half a teaspoon of salt in 8 ounces of warm water. Use a bulb syringe to gently flush your nose twice a day.
• Drape a warm, wet washcloth over your sinuses or lean over a steaming sink to clear up your airways.
• Don't blow your nose. This can send bacteria into your sinuses. Take an antihistamine instead.
• Let the tears come. Crying relieves stress and pent-up pressure in your sinuses.
• Hum a favorite tune. Swedish researchers found that humming can keep your sinuses clear and healthy.
• Exercise moderately to improve your air flow. |
| Sinusitis may give you a headache first thing in the morning, painful sinus pressure at night, or pain when you bend over. Your nasal discharge might be yellowish green or gray and you may have a sore throat from postnasal drip.
There are two main kinds of sinusitis. Acute sinusitis usually follows a cold or flu and lasts less than a month. Chronic sinusitis can be caused by allergies or abnormalities in your nose. It's milder than the acute form, but it can last for several months. |
Benjamin H. Natelson, M.D.
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 The scan can reveal radiographic evidence of chronic sinus infection, usually seen as a thickening of the sinus linings. A chronic infection of this kind, as is the case with so many infections, can produce chronic fatigue and many of the ancillary symptoms. When evidence for chronic sinusitis is found, I refer the patient to an ear, nose, and throat specialist for treatment.
After Testing Is Completed
We've just spoken of a large number of tests, some involving the blood, others involving MRIs and other kinds of scans. |
the Editors of FC&A Medical Publishing
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 This can easily lead to a sinus infection.
You'll know you have a sinus infection if you feel stuffed-up and tired, if your face is tender and swollen, and if headache pain and pressure increase when you bend over. Thick, yellow-green mucus is another sign. With a simple cold, the mucus is generally clear.
Dr. Ivker has been treating people with sinus problems for over thirty years. In that time, he's seen sinusitis increase to epidemic proportions, and he places the blame on air pollution.
Breathing smoke or fumes can trigger a bout with sinusitis even if your sinuses are healthy. |
Frederic Vagnini, M.D. and Barry Fox, Ph.D.
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| In severe cases, a sinus infection can spread to the bone or the brain.
Levofloxacin is one of the antibiotics used to treat infection of the maxillary sinus (maxillary sinusitis). The drug works by preventing the invading bacteria from forming new DNA and replicating.
In addition to maxillary sinusitis, levofloxacin is used to treat chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, and skin and urinary tract infections caused by bacteria. It's also used for bacterial conjunctivitis (inflammation of the inner surface of the eyelids). |
Mark Sircus
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 Issues: Arthritis Inflammation, sinus, Headaches, Oral Health as the tops come off and they seem to have what look like large pores all over them; but it does work.
Those baths are terrific! I am sleeping better, in spite of the boils, than I have in 10 years. By better, I mean I seem to sleep deeper and feel more rested, plus don't wake up as often at night and fall asleep easier.
My sinuses don't get nearly as congested at night now—they tried everything to stop my almost continuous sinus infections but nothing worked. |
Benjamin H. Natelson, M.D.
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| The scan can reveal radiographic evidence of chronic sinus infection, usually seen as a thickening of the sinus linings. A chronic infection of this kind, as is the case with so many infections, can produce chronic fatigue and many of the ancillary symptoms. When evidence for chronic sinusitis is found, I refer the patient to an ear, nose, and throat specialist for treatment.
After Testing Is Completed
We've just spoken of a large number of tests, some involving the blood, others involving MRIs and other kinds of scans. |
Peter h. Fraser and Harry Massey
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 For example, the paranasal sinuses are found in Energetic Integrator 1, but the frontal sinus is in Energetic Integrator 5 and the maxillary sinuses are in 11. It would be much too complex to try to pinpoint the actual distortion in the body-field for every part of the body. Instead, Harry and Peter reasoned, they could deal with the distortion of the larger structure—the entire Integrator—within which that specific information flowed. |
the Editors of FC&A Medical Publishing
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| Ivker, author of the book sinus Survival, "the mucus being produced in the sinuses cannot drain properly, and the sinuses become a breeding ground for bacteria." This can easily lead to a sinus infection.
You'll know you have a sinus infection if you feel stuffed-up and tired, if your face is tender and swollen, and if headache pain and pressure increase when you bend over. Thick, yellow-green mucus is another sign. With a simple cold, the mucus is generally clear.
Dr. Ivker has been treating people with sinus problems for over thirty years. |
Attaining Medical Self SufficiencyDuncan Long
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| Once the sinus cavities are closed off, they become warm, moist havens for bacteria growth, leading to sinus infections. The proximity of the sinuses to the brain makes such sinus infections potentially dangerous.
To minimize the effects of sinusitis, many sufferers find relief by placing warm compresses or heating pads against the painful areas on their face. Some sufferers also find that nasal sprays comprised of saline water also offer some relief (these spray bottles are available in most drug stores as "Ocean Mist" or similar products). |
Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D.
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 INDICATIONS AND USAGE
Preparations of luffa sponge are used as a preventive for infections or colds, as a remedy for colds and nasal catarrhs, as well as sinusitis and suppuration of the sinus. The efficacy for the claimed applications is not documented.
PRECAUTIONS AND ADVERSE REACTIONS
No health hazards or side effects are known in conjunction with the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages. dosage
No information is available. literature
Hansel R, Keller K, Rimpler H, Schneider G (Hrsg.), Hagers Handbuch der Pharmazeutischen Praxis, 5. Aufl. |
John J. Ratey, MD
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 I'll hear him breathing and be like, Do you have a sinus infection or something?"
"Exactly!" he says, laughing. "And she might ask if my father had sinus problems, and then it becomes an entire discussion about my family's nasal history."
Patty and Amon are conscientious people who generally communicate well and support each other, which is extremely important for women going through hormonal changes. Amon suggests that they go to the gym together on days she'd rather skip it. "Patty is one of those people in whom you can see the storm clouds building before it comes," he says. |
David W. Grotto, RD, LDN
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 Home Remedies
Getting vitamin C from fresh foods in the treatment of sinus infections is a plus, and broccoli, rich in C, along with other foods (like berries and citrus fruits), is eaten to both treat and prevent sinus problems. Used as a base of various juice blends, broccoli has long been advocated for relieving symptoms of herpes outbreaks. Now some scientists believe they may have found out why. |
Attaining Medical Self SufficiencyDuncan Long
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| Avoiding sinus Infections
What triggers sinus headaches is unknown, though many researchers suspect they may be caused by allergies or environmental pollution. Regardless of the trigger, anyone who's experienced one of these painful headaches knows they're worth avoiding.
The sinuses are mucus-lined air cavities in the facial bones and are connected j together by passages extending from the sinus cavities to the nose. The sinuses help warm and moisten inhaled air, thereby bringing the air temperature closer to that of the body before the air reaches the lungs. |
Bottom Line Health
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| Most patients can control sinus discomfort, regardless of the underlying cause, and lower the risk of infection by reducing or eliminating congestion. Best approaches...
•Drink water—at least eight glasses each day. It thins mucus in the sinuses and promotes normal drainage. This is especially important if you have a cold or an allergy flare-up.
•Don't take over-the-counter (OTC) antihistamines or decongestants. They dry mucus and impede normal drainage.
•Ask your doctor about sumatriptan (Imi-trex). |
Byron J. Richards, CCN
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 A person may feel pressure going up the back of their head; it may feel like the top of the head is going to blow off, and/or there may be recurring sinus or ear pressures not necessarily related to a sinus or ear infection.
Once the lymph is clogged, the body looks for alternative ways to get rid of waste. This usually involves making extra mucous and trying to excrete it through the sinuses. Thus, clearing the throat, especially after eating, are signs of lymphatic congestion. |
Tom Bohager
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| Cluster headaches, a type of migraine, typically cause severe pain around or behind one eye. sinus headaches are caused by congestion and possibly infection of the sinuses. The pain is usually in the face, spreading from above the eyes to as far as the gum line. A feeling of pressure is common.
Persistent headaches without a specific cause may be due to your environment or food intake. In this case, start with the Cleanse and Fortify Program described in chapter 4 to bring your body back into balance. After a few days, continue with the Optimal Nutrient Support program to ensure good health. |
David W. Grotto, RD, LDN
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| Home Remedies
Getting vitamin C from fresh foods in the treatment of sinus infections is a plus, and broccoli, rich in C, along with other foods (like berries and citrus fruits), is eaten to both treat and prevent sinus problems. Used as a base of various juice blends, broccoli has long been advocated for relieving symptoms of herpes outbreaks. Now some scientists believe they may have found out why. |
Mark Sircus
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| My sinuses don't get nearly as congested at night now—they tried everything to stop my almost continuous sinus infections but nothing worked. I have been using a homeopathic mixture which does work; but I have to use it every night and after 4 months realized that it was costing me a lot of money and while I was sleeping better, it wasn't curing anything.
I rub it onto my gums ?I have gingivitis. My gums don't bleed anymore. I get a lousy taste in my mouth sometimes, but spay it 3 or 4 times in my mouth and it goes away.
I also get swollen and painful glands in my neck ? |
| Also to get rid of both sinus headaches and also what I call "ME" headaches or headaches caused by Myalgic Encephalomyelitis.
I have been rubbing it under my eyebrows, on my temples, on my forehead and behind my ears and the edge of my skull around the sides and back for the sinus headaches and congestion (being careful not to get it into the eyes though) plus the top of my spine and into the back of my head for the ME headaches.
Also I broke out in boils a few weeks ago and have been rubbing it on them. The boils have been very painful the first few days
L.H. |
Patrick Holford
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 Sinusitis
An inflammation of the sinus and nasal passages, sinusitis often leads to sinus infections. Contributory factors are nasal irritants such as exhaust fumes, cigarettes, smoky places, dust, and pollen; allergies, often to dairy products and wheat, which are mucus forming; plus a weakened immune system. Too much alcohol, fried food, or stress; lack of sleep; and overeating all weaken the immune system. Vitamins A and C and zinc, among other nutrients, help boost immunity. Essential fats are also needed to control inflammation. |
Benjamin H. Natelson, M.D.
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| He prescribed an anticonvulsant (a medicine that interferes with seizures), and her bouts of sinus tachycardia stopped cold. He then sent her for brain imaging and was aghast to learn that she had a large brain tumor. This brain tumor produced seizures—not the spasmodic twitching usually recognized as a convulsion, but episodes of sinus tachycardia.
There were two terrible things about this case. First, despite the advantage of being a physician's wife, this woman fell through the cracks of classical medicine, was told she had "nothing wrong" with her, and was abandoned as a "crock. |
Patrick Holford
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| Sinusitis
An inflammation of the sinus and nasal passages, sinusitis often leads to sinus infections. Contributory factors are nasal irritants such as exhaust fumes, cigarettes, smoky places, dust, and pollen; allergies, often to dairy products and wheat, which are mucus forming; plus a weakened immune system. Too much alcohol, fried food, or stress; lack of sleep; and overeating all weaken the immune system. Vitamins A and C and zinc, among other nutrients, help boost immunity. Essential fats are also needed to control inflammation. |
Frederic Vagnini, M.D. and Barry Fox, Ph.D.
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| Levofloxacin is one of the antibiotics used to treat infection of the maxillary sinus (maxillary sinusitis). The drug works by preventing the invading bacteria from forming new DNA and replicating.
In addition to maxillary sinusitis, levofloxacin is used to treat chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, and skin and urinary tract infections caused by bacteria. It's also used for bacterial conjunctivitis (inflammation of the inner surface of the eyelids).
Possible Side Effects
The drug's more common side effects include dizziness, headache, insomnia, and fever. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
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 Most people, of course, try to beat their colds by masking the symptoms with over-the-counter drugs such as cough syrup (a completely useless product), sinus medication (which only dries out your sinuses while doing nothing to fight the infection), or even antibiotics (which are so overprescribed by doctors that they have become a threat to the safety of patients). They end up feeling lousy for 3 - 7 days, and the cold symptoms overtake them from head to toe, landing them in bed and causing them to miss work or family time. |
The Editors of FC&A
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| Having an attack of sinusitis can be even more miserable than dealing with heart disease. A study showed that people with chronic sinus problems had more pain and less pleasure in their daily lives than those with back pain, heart disease, and other chronic conditions.
But you don't have to give in without a fight. Next time bacteria set up shop in your vulnerable sinuses, try these feisty foods to flush out your pipes in a hurry.
Give garlic a go. The smell of this bulb will keep more than just your friends away. |
| When a cold or flu clogs your nose, it blocks the drainage of sinus fluids. The trapped mucus forms a perfect environment for bacteria or fungi to breed and cause infection.
Who gets it? About 37 million Americans get sinusitis every year. Those with colds or allergies are more at risk.
What are the symptoms?
• pressure around the bridge of your nose or eye sockets, especially in the morning or when leaning over
• low-grade fever with headaches or swollen eyes
• green, gray, or yellow mucus and postnasal drip
• ear or dental pain
Is it really sinusitis? |
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