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Health Encyclopedia: Sinusitis Treatment For Acute Sinusitis
- Sinusitis - Treatment for Acute Sinusitis
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Treatment for Acute Sinusitis
The primary objectives for treatment of sinusitis are reduction of swelling, eradication of infection, draining of the sinuses, and ensuring that the sinuses remain open. Less than half of patients reporting symptoms of sinusitis need aggressive treatment. Home remedies can be very useful.
Hydration
Home remedies that open and hydrate sinuses may, indeed, be the only treatment necessary for mild sinusitis that is not accompanied by signs of acute infection.
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