How to treat sinusitis with peppermint

How to treat sinusitis with peppermint









Viral respiratory infections, as well as allergies and air pollutants such as tobacco smoke, inflame the membranes of the upper respiratory tract. The resulting swelling and excess mucus clog the small openings that connect the normally air-filled sinuses to the nasal cavities.


The mucus normally formed by cells lining the sinuses begins to build up, causing a feeling of pressure. If bacteria get trapped in the sinuses, they start to multiply, leading to symptoms of acute bacterial sinusitis. Most of the time, respiratory viruses cause sinusitis. Symptoms include mild fatigue, pressure, and discomfort in the affected sinus. (There are four pairs of sinuses in your face.) With a cold, the nasal mucus usually changes from clear and watery to yellowish and thick.


So when do you start to worry that the infection has turned bacterial? Cold symptoms, including sinus congestion, should go away within ten days. If the infection persists, it is a sign of a bacterial infection or other problems. In addition, symptoms are usually more severe, including sinus pain (worse when bending over), fatigue, fever, bad breath, and a green or brownish runny nose. Post-nasal drip can irritate the throat and cause a nighttime cough. Another tendency is the recurrence of symptoms after they seem to have improved.


Ingredient 

½ litre of water

A handful of peppermint


Preparation and use 

Boil the water and the peppermint leaves in a large saucepan. Pour into a bowl. While bending down, place a towel over your head to trap the vapours. Breathe in through your nose for about 5 minutes. Repeat 2-3 times a day.


Note 

Peppermint has subtle anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antibacterial, and antihistamine effects. When you breathe in through your nose, your sinuses get the immediate effect of peppermint.

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