Treatment and Prevention of Sinus Infections
Prevention of Sinus Infections
The type of infection will determine the appropriate treatment. Most sinus infections don’t require active treatment with drugs or medications, since antibiotics are not effective against viral or fungal causes. The natural defenses of the body will fight off an acute infection in many cases. Treatments to relieve sinus infection symptoms include nasal sprays, nasal corticosteroids, decongestants or pain relievers. Antibiotics are only used in cases of chronic sinusitis or severe bacterial causes. Care should be taken to complete the full course of the drug to avoid recurrence of the symptoms.