What causes sinusitis

Condition analysis:
Sinusitis starts as a result of blockage of the hole (actually a short hairpin shaped tube) into the sinuses, called an ostium. This blockage can occur as a result of an anatomical obstruction, swelling due to a cold or allergy, drying of the mucus, or a foreign body. When this occurs, mucus that normally is expelled from the sinus builds up in the sinus. This can cause pressure or pain. In addition the mucus is an excellent culture medium for bacteria. If the mucus is not cleared immediately, an abscess can develop in the sinus. An abscess is a pus-pocket inside a closed space. Ideally, treatment of an abscess involves opening the abscess up with a knife and allowing the abscess to drain to the outside. Unfortunately, this is obviously not feasible in the case of a sinus infection without doing extensive surgery. As a result, we prefer to use medical treatment which can usually treat sinusitis so that surgery does not have to be performed.

Instructions:
Steam Inhalation
The most recommended tip from the list of home remedies for acute sinusitis is using steam. It is considered the most natural expectorant for clearing nasal congestion as well as opening the sinuses. It can even lubricate the irritation at respiratory tract.

How to use:
Take some drops of eucalyptus or peppermint oil into a small hot tub. Have your head cover with a towel and then breathe in the steam for couples of minute. Perform couples of time per day.

Also you can open a hot shower and inhale some steam vapor for about 10 minutes. Perform 1 to 2 times every day.

Note: It is not recommended to apply for pregnant women, small children and people who are having heart conditions, high blood pressure and disorders of central nervous system.