Allergies and Chronic Sinusitis

Published: August 9, 2007, 3:30 pm

Tags: allergies, neti pot, sinusitis, stuffy nose

Many people suffer from seasonal allergies this time of year, and many people may also suffer from Perennial allergies all year round, to pet dander and dust mites. Allergy symptoms may include itchy, watery eyes, an itchy throat or mouth, or a runny nose. Other people may experience severe sinus congestion. The sinuses are air-filled cavities found in the bones of the head and face. There are 4 pairs of sinuses (8 in all), located on either side of the nose in your cheeks, behind and between the eyes, in the forehead, and at the back of the nasal cavity. Sinus congestion can be caused by excessive amounts of mucus clogging up your sinuses, or if the mucus is thick and sticky. It can also happen if the lining of your sinuses becomes irritated by allergens. This causes swelling, which narrows down the passages, and make it harder for mucus to get out. When this happens, mucus gets trapped in your sinuses. Similar to standing water, trapped mucus makes an excellent breeding

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