Winter has arrived. Many people like this weather, but people with problems like sinus, asthma, arthritis face problem.

Nearly everyone has experienced a sinus problem. the heavy head with pain and pressure around the face due to cold, allergies or airborne pollutants are the common symptoms of sinus.

Sinuses are the holes in the skull between the facial bones.

Chronic  Sinus

The long lasting sinus are the chronic sinus and the symptoms are pressure across mid-face and dull headache.

Acute Sinus

The short lasting sinus are acute sinus and the symptoms are fever, raspy voice and nasal obstruction.

Infection is the main cause of sinus. Other than this is allergy to pollens, dust and air pollutants are the root causes of sinus.

Decongestants

Decongestants are the drugs that temporarily relief the nasal congestion. They help in the healing process by drying the nose and the mucus.

Nasal Sprays

These are the decongestants in a spray form. They are effective when used for few days, but can be addicting when used for longer time.

Inhalers

Types of prescribed nasal inhalers are available that help in reducing inflammation of sinus. They are not habit forming and are not decongestants.

Humidifiers

Dry air heating systems can cause sinus membrane to dry out and become vulnerable to irritants and infection.

Expectorants

These are the drugs that thin the mucus so that drains easily.