How are sinusitis and asthma treated?
Treatment is important in preventing sinusitis from worsening. Again, since the conditions are linked, treating sinusitis may have the added benefit of improving your asthma symptoms. If you have sinusitis and asthma, your doctor might recommend that you use: • Steroid nasal sprays to reduce the swelling. Easing the inflammation might allow the sinuses to drain normally • Decongestant or antihistamine medicines • Painkillers, if necessary, to reduce discomfort Always ask your doctor before using nasal spray decongestants. Sometimes, they can leave you more stuffed up. You might try spraying warm salt water into the nose, or breathing in steam. If a secondary bacterial infection develops in your sinuses, you’ll need antibiotics. Your doctor will probably prescribe them for about 10 to 14 days. Just remember that antibiotics will only work in cases of bacterial infection. They will not help with viruses. For people with allergies, controlling exposure to allergens is key. Not only will i
