Sinus Congestion Help
Wayyyy off Winni, but does anyone have suggestions on how to reduce sinus congestion? I've been gunked up for two weeks now--no pain, only in sinuses--and have tried drinking tons of water, nasal sprays, etc. to no avail. Thanks!
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I am NOT a doctor but, my doctor told me antihistamine and decongestant.
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Neti pot FTW.
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Nasal Congestion relief
I find a couple good hits of Wasabi give you temporary relief.
The sushi that comes with it is a bonus. |
had the surgery(second one in 4 years) all goes away now - got about 5 infections a year
best thing steamy long showers and leave the fan off until you are done, followed by strong Sudafed - my guess is you have a sinus infection |
Sinus irrigation
https://www.amazon.com/MinGz-Irrigat...n+system&psc=1
You can pick one up at any drugstore or Walmart. Works wonders for me! |
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A humidifier might help. You can buy a Vicks steam humidifier in drug stores for about $15.
Breathing in steam always helped me clear my head. Look it up online, the "put a towel over your head" method. There are substances you can add to the water as well. |
I will third the neti pot. If you can get used to the odd feeling of the saline solution running through your sinuses the relief is outstanding. I swear by mine.
These are available at most drug stores. |
Yup....neti pot helps. Get it at WalMart.
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Does type/brand of neti pot matter?
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Sinuses
I use generics of claritin and flonase, along with generic Afrin as needed.
Works for me. |
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Wash your sinuses out with neti or other device shown, works wonders.
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I will mention that the "OTC" Sudafed that you grab off the shelf does nothing for me. I have to go the the pharmacy and ask for the real one and give them ID which they record in a log book or a picture is taken of my ID. It is still an OTC Sudafed, but, from what I am told has an active ingredient that LE monitors. |
Want a very effective all natural solution?
Take a shot glass fill it with orange juice, add three maybe four drops of concentrated oil of oregano (no more than that) and shoot it down the hatch. Literally 5-10 minutes later you'll be all cleared up. It is amazing. If you want even quicker results and can stand the burn, take a drop of oil of oregano and rub it on the roof of your mouth. I warn you it's not terribly pleasant but damn it will clear you up in a hurry! https://www.earthclinic.com/sinus-in...egano-oil.html Stuff is magic..... and even better all natural. |
Good old HOT TODDY. Works wonders.
Thinking of that, I may just make one now to clear mine. Sudafed used to work for me, however the new formulas don't quite cut the mustard. I am a retired workaholic and continuing aquaholic. |
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Guifenasin is another decongestant (used in Mucinex) that can be helpful, too. It is very drying, though, so it's worth searching for an immediate-release version, just in case it doesn't agree with you. You may not want to be enjoying it for hours. There are machines for sinus irrigation if the neti pot doesn't work well for you. Hope that helps a little. Feel better! Mac |
So Far, Affected only during Summer...
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On the five or so occasions when I have trouble with congestion before bedtime, I place a tiny trace of Vicks® VapoRub™ on the tips of my moustache. (OK, it's not for everyone. :laugh:) So, instead, try a tiny amount under your chin. Congestion clears up in a couple of minutes. Older containers are said to be much more effective than the newest formula. As above—used sparingly—my three containers, secured at three dwellings—are the old formula. :cool: Vicks® VapoRub™ has many uses, including on one's feet. :eek2: https://vicks.com/en-us/safety-and-f...ks-vaporub-faq . |
Congestion
How about a DOCTOR ?....
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Thanks for the suggestions, all! Grabbed a neti pot last night and, WOW, did it work well. My left ear opened up overnight and I've been able to breathe easily since. Reading the reviews and comments about them online, I thought maybe it was overhyped, but it really does work.
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...and don't forget the baby formula...
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Pretty pathetic state of affairs.... |
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Kid in front of me today was buying needles at Rite Aid. He said they were for his grandmother but the pharmacist told me that’s what they all say. Sent from my iPhone using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app |
BBB Black Berry Brandi... And neti pot.
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