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Sinusitis: What I Would Do
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This is what I would do to treat this common sinus disorder:

1. Drink lots of plain water at room temperature and
   • warm teas
     • green tea
     • thyme
   • soups
   • do not drink milk
2. A sinus infection can develop into bronchitis, thus nip the infection in the bud
3. Take zinc lozenges until the infection is gone
4. Avoid eating mucus producing foods
5. Take guaifenesin to loosen mucus and phlegm
6. If I have excessive sinus drainage (PND) I would deal with it. Click
7. Get into the bath tub or shower with water as warm as you can tolerate it safely for 15-20 minutes
   • to loosen phlegm
   • boost immune system
   • get rid of toxins
     
8. Go to bed and sleep, rest all you can
9. Keep sinuses draining by using: steam inhalations if necessary
10. Sinus pressure points (acupressure) can help drain the sinuses
11. To remove phlegm from the chest area I would do a chest percussion procedure
    • you need someone to do this procedure for you
    • read carefully instructions
12. Keeping the sinuses clear can be very beneficial
13. At the first sign of sinus pressure be sure to deal with it
14. If in a few days I don't get satisfactory results I would see my doctor

This is a common sense approach that has worked for me.