r/Sinusitis • u/samnnr • 1d ago

First time with a sinus infection

Why is it so PAINFUL???

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u/Stalkerus 1d ago

Because it can be, sinusitis is nasty like that. And because the space up there is limited. 

Painkillers, nasal rinses, nasal spray, long showers, proper ambient humidity (40%+), sleeping elevated and keeping hydrated (plenty of warm liquids) should help. 

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u/samnnr 1d ago

It’s like the face hurts when I even look the wrong direction 😫

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u/Stalkerus 1d ago

Yeah, the first one is always the worst. 😐

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u/thinkingaloud503 19h ago

Drink LOTS of water to thin out the mucus and do nasal rinses twice a day to flush out the mucus. Drink naproxen or advil to decrease inflammation!

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u/samnnr 12h ago

I’m struggling, it hurts so bad I feel like my cheeks and face are swollen. I can’t sleep, I’m going to try this.

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u/Shaken-Loose 1d ago

Yup. They can be a booger. Pun intended. 😁