What Is a Sinus Infection?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
10. Treatment
Treatment of a sinus infection depends largely on the severity of the condition. In many cases, they will be prescribed decongestants and also saline washes to help remove excess mucus from the sinuses. In many cases of a chronic sinus infection, warm, moist air may be able to help, and vaporizers are also often used.
Many patients will find relief in inhaling the steam that comes from a bowl of warm water. Sometimes, patients will be prescribed antibiotics to help fight the infection. Even without antibiotics, a sinus infection will usually clear up within a couple of weeks or so.
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