Help with sinus problem?
Ive had a cold the past week now and the last 3 days i keep getting like stabbing pains in my top right teeth all along my gums.It only lasts about 5mins but happens every couple hours. My mum said it could be due to my cold that my sinus are pushing down on my gums? Is there anything i can do for this? Ive been taking paracetamols but they dont seem to be helping. Im going on holiday tomorrow so no chance of seeing the doctor : Any advice?
Asked by lisa j about Other Health Beauty
Most cases of sinusitis get better without treatment. Some people find that breathing in steam from a bowl of hot but not boiling water containing a few drops of menthol oil eg Olbas oil or Karvol provides some relief from the symptoms. However this isnt scientifically proven. Another method is to sit in the bathroom with the hot shower running and inhale steam this way. Some people find that applying a warm compress on the areas of the face that are painful and sleeping with their head and shoulders propped up with pillows provides relief but again there is no scientific evidence that this works. Decongestant tablets such as pseudoephedrine eg Sudafed may reduce swelling in your nose and allow your sinuses to drain. Decongestant nasal sprays are also available but you should not use them for more than a week as prolonged use can actually make nasal blockage worse in the long run. Always read the patient information leaflet that comes with your medicine and ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice.
Answered by izzy
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