Sinus Infection

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In a message dated 4/29/2003 10:53:23 AM Eastern Daylight Time,

salo99@... writes:

> I have been dealing with recurring sinus drainage [allergic] and resultant

> infection. It's been going on for about six weeks. I see my dr. tomorrow,

> but I'm wondering if the group thinks that MTX [10 mg. per week] may be the

> problem.

I am having the same probelm with Enbrel. constant sinus problems. I guess

both of the work on lowering our immunity so to answer your question, I think

the answer is yes.

Janet

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I had chronic sinus for many years prior to starting on MTX. I had a sinus

operation in 1996 which has eliminated the headaches, but I still have sinus

problems.

I believe that sinus is part of my PA.

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I have had a recurring sinus infection since Nov. of last year. I have gone

through 6 courses of antibiotics and every antihistamine or decongestant

invented. Not to mention numerous nasal sprays and 2 steroid injections (to

open up my sinuses). Also, I have some asthmatic symptoms that required

Singulair and an Albuterol inhaler. I have chronic sinusitis and ulcers inside

my nose. I saw an ENT yesterday and who ordered a CAT scan of my sinuses and

put me on 4 new meds (I'll post them when I pick up my prescriptions). My ENT

doesn't know a thing about Enbrel so he didn't tell me if I should quit or not.

I see my rheumy soon so I will have to ask him. I would rather deal with the

sinus infections than the arthritis (although neither of them are fun).

good luck,

Les

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I saw my primary care last week because of a chronic sinus infection. She

gave me an antibiotic and instructed me to start my Mtx again on the 29th. But I

still have one antibiotic to take on the 29th.

I skipped my Mtx on the 22nd. On the 24th, the fatigue and nausea came back.

I don't know if the Remicade is wearing off -- my next infusion is January

6th, or if the Mtx actually helps with the fatigue and nausea.

I have to go to work now -- hoping I can make it for my 4 hours -- actually

I don't have much of a choice.

My solution is to call the RA's office to ask about the Mtx next Monday --

either after work today or on Monday. I don't like to get off schedule with the

Mtx.

After making an appointment months ago for Jan 6th, I got a call that my Rhu

is out of the office that day, so I'll be seeing someone else -- a woman. My

PC doc said that she is a physician's assistant that works in his office and

that it might be a good thing for me to get to know her.

I also made an eye appointment for the 6th, just before my infusion. I've

got just enough going on with my thyroid that I'm concerned about my eyes.

dd

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dd and group;

Good luck dd. I am just get over being sick for a long time. I

think also a sinus infection. I finish my antibiotics a day ago and

just got my humira injection since a month ago.

Hoping things get back to normal now. I was sick to my tummy on our

biggest meal of the year (Christams Dinner). God bless and take

care.

gentle hugs

Clora

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> I saw my primary care last week because of a chronic sinus

infection. She

> gave me an antibiotic and instructed me to start my Mtx again on

the 29th. But I

> still have one antibiotic to take on the 29th.

>

> I skipped my Mtx on the 22nd. On the 24th, the fatigue and nausea

came back.

>

> I don't know if the Remicade is wearing off -- my next infusion is

January

> 6th, or if the Mtx actually helps with the fatigue and nausea.

>

> I have to go to work now -- hoping I can make it for my 4 hours --

actually

> I don't have much of a choice.

>

> My solution is to call the RA's office to ask about the Mtx next

Monday --

> either after work today or on Monday. I don't like to get off

schedule with the

> Mtx.

>

> After making an appointment months ago for Jan 6th, I got a call

that my Rhu

> is out of the office that day, so I'll be seeing someone else -- a

woman. My

> PC doc said that she is a physician's assistant that works in his

office and

> that it might be a good thing for me to get to know her.

>

> I also made an eye appointment for the 6th, just before my

infusion. I've

> got just enough going on with my thyroid that I'm concerned about

my eyes.

>

> dd

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A lot of people use sinus washes, like Neti pots.

Connie

[ ] Sinus infection

So I've had a sinus infection for the last week. First time I've had one of

these - I guess my immune system is lower with the Lyme. My PCP recommended

Africa. For 3-5 days but I'm not sure I see the point as I don't feel contested

anymore - I.e. I can breathe through my nose even at night but I have pain in

all the sinus areas and lots of green gunk for the last 7 days. Any other

options other than the Afrin?

Thanks!

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Sudafed will clear out the pain in the sinus areas.

Get well.

On Thu, Feb 17, 2011 at 3:20 PM, karend27 <karend27@...> wrote:

>

>

> So I've had a sinus infection for the last week. First time I've had one of

> these - I guess my immune system is lower with the Lyme. My PCP recommended

> Africa. For 3-5 days but I'm not sure I see the point as I don't feel

> contested anymore - I.e. I can breathe through my nose even at night but I

> have pain in all the sinus areas and lots of green gunk for the last 7 days.

> Any other options other than the Afrin?

> Thanks!

>

>

>

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HIGHLY, HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend a neti pot. also, at the health food store

they have nasal spray for mold & stuff.

On Thu, Feb 17, 2011 at 1:20 PM, karend27 <karend27@...> wrote:

>

>

> So I've had a sinus infection for the last week. First time I've had one of

> these - I guess my immune system is lower with the Lyme. My PCP recommended

> Africa. For 3-5 days but I'm not sure I see the point as I don't feel

> contested anymore - I.e. I can breathe through my nose even at night but I

> have pain in all the sinus areas and lots of green gunk for the last 7 days.

> Any other options other than the Afrin?

> Thanks!

>

>

>

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can also put a cap full of hydrogen peroxide in your sinus rinse. neilmed. it

will kill remaining bacteria.

>

>

> So I've had a sinus infection for the last week. First time I've had one of

> these - I guess my immune system is lower with the Lyme. My PCP recommended

> Africa. For 3-5 days but I'm not sure I see the point as I don't feel

> contested anymore - I.e. I can breathe through my nose even at night but I

> have pain in all the sinus areas and lots of green gunk for the last 7 days.

> Any other options other than the Afrin?

> Thanks!

>

> 

>

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The neti pot has been very good - my nose is no longer blocked but I still have

pain in all of my sinuses and head pain whenever I bend my head forward. Can I

take Motrin along with Buhner herbs?

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I triple the vote for using a neti pot. It has been a LIFESAVER in my

endless round of sinus infections. Washes them right away!

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colloidal silver in a cleaned out nasal spray bottle. some add a few drops of

liquid DMSO to help penetrate the mucous.

deb

>

>

> YES, I do have a recommendation! If you don't mind a little intense cleanout

of the sinuses, a quick and effective thing it SINU OREGA. It is an oregano oil

nose spray that is not as tortuous as it sounds. It relieves swelling,

discharges gunk, and kills infection.

>

> It can be intense, but it is well worth it.

>

> I get mine on Iherb and keep some in the cabinet all the time for emergency

illnesses. It also seems to chase off colds.

>

> You can also use the GSE nose sprays, which help infection...but not so much

relive the swelling and green goop.

>

> best of luck, Anne

>

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That looks really good, my spouse has a lot of sinus issues. I'm going to give

it a try.

Thanks!

Connie

[ ] Re: Sinus infection

YES, I do have a recommendation! If you don't mind a little intense cleanout of

the sinuses, a quick and effective thing it SINU OREGA. It is an oregano oil

nose spray that is not as tortuous as it sounds. It relieves swelling,

discharges gunk, and kills infection.

It can be intense, but it is well worth it.

I get mine on Iherb and keep some in the cabinet all the time for emergency

illnesses. It also seems to chase off colds.

You can also use the GSE nose sprays, which help infection...but not so much

relive the swelling and green goop.

best of luck, Anne

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> >I do nasal irrigation - neti pot or small ear syringe with 1 cup luke warm

water, 1/4 tsp salt & 1/8 tsp baking soda. You can take something like mucinex

to thin and drain mucous secretions, and if you think it could be allergy based

something like zyrtec might help. It will take several days to clear it. I do

this at least 3x a day when my sinuses bother me. This protocol has pretty much

eliminated my sinus infections.

> >

> Judy

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Do you have a neti pot? It's used to irrigate the nasal/sinus passages with

purified water and small amount salt. You can get both at most health food

stores. It can be very effective and if used regularly helps prevent colds &

sinus infections.

[ ] Sinus infection

So I've had a sinus infection for the last week. First time I've had one of

these - I guess my immune system is lower with the Lyme. My PCP recommended

Africa. For 3-5 days but I'm not sure I see the point as I don't feel contested

anymore - I.e. I can breathe through my nose even at night but I have pain in

all the sinus areas and lots of green gunk for the last 7 days. Any other

options other than the Afrin?

Thanks!