How long to treat sinusitis and signs of full recovery

1 Varieties of inflammation of the maxillary sinuses

Sinusitis is an inflammation of the paranasal sinuses. This process can take many forms. The disease is caused by various causes. These factors directly determine the severity of the course of the disease and the duration of its treatment.

The duration of the disease is affected by the nature of its origin. So, if the inflammation of the maxillary sinuses is caused by an allergy, then you can get rid of unpleasant sensations within a few days. But this will happen only if you can stop abundant discharge from the nose in the first hours after the onset of an allergy attack. When the swelling lasts for several days, a large amount of mucus accumulates in the sinuses. It serves as a breeding ground for the propagation of pathogens. Within a day, the formation of pus begins. This leads to inflammation of the mucous membranes of the sinuses and the development of sinusitis.

The most common cause of this disease is hypothermia. In the summer, just a few minutes to stand under the stream of cold air from the air conditioner to get sick. In such cases, the disease develops rapidly. The first symptoms appear after 1-2 hours. Local hypothermia initiates exacerbation of a chronic disease.

The most severe form of sinusitis is infection with pathogens. This means that they penetrated into the sinuses and created a focus on the mucous membrane. Fighting such a disease is most difficult, since the treatment is directed not only to getting rid of festering secretions, but also to destroy harmful bacteria.

The main mistake of people suffering from sinusitis is the belief that it is possible to cure the disease on their own. The second misconception is the identification of the common cold with sinusitis. Rhinitis is a comorbid phenomenon in viral infection. It is the reaction of the mucous membrane to viruses and passes as soon as the focus of the disease is suppressed.

Sinusitis is a separate ailment that requires special treatment.

Its feature is that the focus of inflammation is in a place in which it is extremely difficult to bring medications.

2 Features of the manifestation of the disease

The disease is manifested by the formation of large volumes of purulent masses in a closed and isolated space. They constantly increase and stand out in the larynx. If the channels are open, the patient feels relatively comfortable. But when, due to the increase in the density of pus, the channels are clogged, serious problems begin.

The patient has such symptoms:

• severe headache;
• general weakness;
• decreased performance and fatigue;
• significant temperature increase;
• impaired vision and hearing;
• change voice timbre.

Many people prefer to carry the disease on their feet. The reason for this may be false courage, fear of losing a job or fear of public condemnation. All this leads to severe complications, which can seriously undermine health. Being under pressure, purulent masses can spread along the skull, affecting the organs of hearing, vision and the brain. The most severe cases can cause blindness, meningitis and necrosis, leading to death.

In order not to bring the disease to a critical stage, it is necessary to consult a doctor at the first signs of the disease. Diagnosis helps to determine the type of illness. During the examination, the patient tests, is examined by an otolaryngologist and takes an x-ray of the sinuses. Only after this treatment is prescribed. You need to be prepared for the fact that it will last for a long time. Even modern methods of treatment do not allow for a short period of time to repair the damaged mucosa of the maxillary sinuses.

3 How long does the treatment last?

The success of recovery from sinusitis directly depends on the time of contact with a doctor. Only a specialist can make an accurate diagnosis and prescribe the optimal treatment. People who are treated independently, just suffer pain for months, instead of getting rid of it in a matter of days. In addition, if the disease is not completely cured, it leads to the onset of a permanent cold that causes sinusitis every 3-4 months.

With purulent sinusitis, unpleasant symptoms last at least 3-4 days. All this time the patient has a high fever, a stuffy nose and very serious state of health. At this stage, the patient is prescribed antibiotics and pain medications. Reducing the volume of secretions should be expected in 3-4 days, not earlier. This is provided that the patient will follow the doctor's recommendations, observe bed rest and eat right.

After the end of the exacerbation period, you need to be prepared for the fact that the purulent discharge will continue. A radical solution is a puncture. It allows you to ensure the removal of purulent masses and the injection of medications into the sinuses. But not everywhere there is such an opportunity. A more affordable option is an aspirator. Vacuum removes secretions, rinses and dehumidifies the sinuses.

The rehabilitation period can last 1,5-2 months. All this time from the sinuses will go whitish discharge with a tendency to decrease in volume. Complete recovery occurs only if properly treated.