Please share an interesting fact about dealing with sinusitis.

Ignore: Nasal irrigation with Normal Saline is one of the most important things you can do to get rid if it.

Ignore: Add 4 tsp of xylitol to the hydro pulse irrigator saline solution; use daily till clear.

Ignore: Nasal saline irrigations are very effective and have greatly reduced sinus surgeries thousands.

98%: 98% of sinusitis is viral. Antibiotics should be considered if you are getting worse after 10 days.

Ignore: After antibiotics, saline nasal rinses effectively alleviate secretions/pus of sinus infections.

Ignore: A brief use of Afrin (oxymetazoline) ( less than 3 days ) can provide symptom relief.

Ignore: Most cases of sinusitis get better without antibiotics; it's better to balance benefit v. real risk!

Ignore: Sinus infection can be caused by a bacteria, virus, or fungus. Med depends on the causative pathogen.

Ignore: Chronic sinusitis often has a fungal component. An anti-fungal prescription nasal spray can help.

Ignore: Most sinus infections are viral. Treat symptoms for at least 10 days before seeking antibiotics.

Ignore: Most is viral.. Use antihistamine to relieve symptoms, nasal saline helps drainage and resolution.

Ignore: The solution to pollution is dilution. Use nasal saline spray frequently to wash out sinuses.

Ignore: Hydrate, steam and saline mist help sinus issues. May be viral or allergic especially without fever.

Most: Most sinusitis is viral, allergic, or will resolve without the need for an antibiotic.

Ignore: Successful treatment depends on type: allergic fungal sensitivity, with or without nasal polyps.

Most: Most cases of sinusitis do not require antibiotics. Taking antibiotics unnecessarily can be harmful.

Ignore: Avoid antibiotics - they do NOT work for 95% of sinusitis cases!