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Sinusitis, chronic
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Long standing infection and inflammation of the sinuses
Symptoms may include nasal discharge, nasal stuffiness and tiredness
Caused most commonly by bacteria but may be due to fungus, allergies or pollutants
Cannot be spread from person to person
Affects males and females
Can occur at any age
May be mild to severe
Treatments
FOR COUGH
Increase fluids (especially water)
Suck on cough drops or hard sweets (candy)
Use a cool air humidifier in room
Avoid lung irritants such as smoke, household cleaners or allergens
Over-the-counter cough medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
Guaifenesin
Dextromethorphan
FOR NASAL CONGESTION
Increase fluid intake
Breathe moist steam from a hot shower or bowl of water
Apply hot packs or compresses to face
Irrigate your nasal passages with an approved nasal device
Elevate your head while sleeping
Over-the-counter medicines (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage)
Decongestants
Saline nasal sprays
FOR PAIN
Apply hot or cold packs to the area
Relaxation techniques
Distraction
Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
Acetaminophen
Ibuprofen
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