Traditional remedies in medicine are centuries-old proven methods of treatment based on plant raw materials, simple preparation at home, and the complete absence of foreign chemicals. The most experienced doctors include the use of folk remedies for sinusitis in the complex of therapeutic measures.
How does the flu differ from sinusitis?
If you have a runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing, these are symptoms of the flu. When the nose is completely blocked, it is impossible to breathe, the sense of smell is lost, the voice becomes nasal, the face swells, and headaches intensify when leaning forward, it becomes painful to press in the area above the eyebrows and under the eyes – these are already symptoms of sinusitis. It is necessary to take urgent measures to treat sinusitis, as inflammation in the sinus cavities quickly turns into a chronic process.
Mechanism of action of folk remedies
With the help of ancient folk remedies, it is possible to restore all the links disrupted by the inflammatory process, get rid of sinusitis symptoms, and conduct a complete treatment:
- Activate general immunity and local protective forces;
- Reduce swelling of the nasal passages through vasoconstrictive action;
- Induce increased secretion and thinning of mucus to improve drainage;
- Clean the nasal passages from mucus, pus, and microbes.
Forms in which folk remedies for sinusitis are applied include decoctions, infusions, plant juices, ointments, and essential oils.
Folk methods of treating sinusitis include nasal drops, taking healing decoctions internally, rinsing the nose with medicinal herbs and oils, inhalations, compresses, and treatment with tampons soaked in special remedies.
Remedies for internal use
To combat chronic sinusitis, it is necessary to stimulate the overall protective forces of the body, provide it with vitamins and minerals, and sufficient protein intake. It is recommended to consume more vegetables and fruits, temporarily refrain from milk and dairy products (considered to promote mucus formation and secretion).
A compote of rose hips, hawthorn, and apples will increase the level of vitamin C and strengthen the blood vessels. Cranberries are considered the queen of vitamins; it is useful to eat half a glass of berries per day. As a result of dietary treatment, sinusitis symptoms gradually soften. Herbal teas with honey instead of sugar will replace milk and provide a general toning and anti-inflammatory effect.
Herbs should be brewed like tea: one teaspoon of dried herbs per cup of boiling water. Doctors recommend using calendula, chamomile, motherwort, and melissa as soon as symptoms of sinusitis appear. To prepare a miraculous decoction, collect a mixture of chamomile, sage, yarrow, wormwood, and lavender. Brew three tablespoons of the mixture in two liters of boiling water. It is recommended to drink half a cup 5-6 times a day. For night use, heat the decoction and use for inhalation.
Decoctions for gargling and nasal drops
A decoction for drops is prepared from aloe, kalanchoe, beets, carrots, onions, garlic, and honey. For nasal rinsing or “nasal douche,” use decoctions of herbs and flowers (chamomile, calendula, plantain, wormwood), sea salt, boiled water with the addition of onion juice, garlic, and beets.
Oil for lubricating the nasal passages and tampons
Sea buckthorn, menthol, and laurel oils are used. They can be instilled into the nose, applied to the mucous membrane, or used for tampons.
Mix propolis powder with vegetable oil, heat, and apply as tampons.
Infusions for compresses and tampons
In ancient books under the section “How to treat sinusitis with folk remedies,” much attention is paid to the treatment with bay leaf: finely crush three packs of bay leaves, pour 0.5 liters of water, and simmer for ten minutes. Moisten a cloth in the warm solution and apply it to the area of the sinuses, forehead, and nose. Cover with a warm cloth. When the compress cools down, change the cloth. The procedure is recommended before bedtime. The course is 7 days.
A warm compress with a concentrated salt solution (one spoon per cup of boiled water) is applied similarly.
Black radish, known for its healing properties, is used for sinusitis symptoms in the form of grated pulp applied to the projection area of the sinuses. The treatment course is ten days.
You can add a teaspoon of honey to black radish for enhanced action.
Several times a day, small cotton swabs (tampons) soaked in bay leaf decoction can be inserted into the nasal passages.
Tampons with garlic paste are recommended to be placed in the nasal passages for 7-8 minutes, followed by a break for 3-4 minutes. Irritation of the mucous membrane causes sneezing and cleanses the nose.
Means for inhalations
When treating at home, cover yourself well with a bath towel and breathe for 10-15 minutes.
Breathe 2-3 times a day over grated onions or horseradish.
Steam inhalations over boiled “in uniform” potatoes.
Add half a teaspoon of propolis to a pot of boiling water; it has a strong softening and thinning effect.
Rubbing
Rub the skin above the sinus cavities with garlic. If irritation occurs, apply cream beforehand.
It is recommended to rub menthol oil into the skin on the forehead, above the eyebrows, on the nose, and under the eyes. It has a vasoconstrictive property and relieves pain.
Warming
Wrap a boiled egg in several layers of tissue and apply it to the nose and under the eyes. Remove the tissue as it cools. Repeat two to three times a day.
Melted paraffin applied layer by layer to the area of the sinuses until it becomes dense. Cover with plastic wrap, then with a warm cloth. Conduct ten warm-up sessions in a course.
To relieve nasal congestion, sprinkle vinegar on a hot skillet and inhale the vapors for 3-5 minutes; the symptom will disappear for a while.
Fry a piece of bread crust and inhale the smoke; this restores lost sense of smell with chronic sinusitis.
Inhale the scent of fir oil, eucalyptus for a prolonged period. The phytoncides contained in them have the property of destroying bacteria.
Folk Massage Method
It is recommended to use the fingertips to tap the area above the eyebrows and on both sides of the nose. This can help restore breathing. Gentle taps with the fingertips in this area promote muscle relaxation and improve blood circulation in this region.
Other Methods
For the treatment of chronic sinusitis, it is recommended to chew beeswax daily for half an hour. Beeswax contains propolis, which has anti-inflammatory properties. Additionally, chewing is believed to massage the sinus cavities in chronic sinusitis.
There are countless folk remedies and methods for treating chronic sinusitis, indicating their frequent success. You can choose the one that suits you and use it at home.
It is important to know how to treat sinusitis at home to prevent the development of acute or chronic forms of the disease. Timely treatment of sinusitis is crucial, as neglecting the necessary treatment can lead to serious complications.
Attempting to treat acute sinusitis at home solely with folk remedies without consulting a doctor is not advisable. Heating the sinus cavities during the exacerbation of the disease can worsen the condition and lead to the accumulation of pus, necessitating surgical intervention.
Wishing you robust health!