ENT Allergy & Sinus Care
ENT Allergy & Sinus Care
Proper sinus care helps relieve symptoms like congestion, pain, and infections while improving breathing and overall ENT health. Here’s a concise overview of rhinitis & sinusitis treatment options.
Medications
Most sinus disorders can be effectively managed without surgery using medications, lifestyle changes, and minimally invasive therapies.
Antibiotics are only prescribed if your doctor suspects a bacterial infection.
Oral Antihistamines (like cetirizine, loratadine) block the action of histamine, which is responsible for many allergy symptoms like itching, sneezing, and runny nose.
Corticosteroid Nasal SpraysSteroid sprays (e.g., fluticasone) can help reduce inflammation in the nasal passages and sinuses, improving drainage and reducing sinus pressure.
Nasal Irrigation (Saline Rinses)
Neti pots or saline sprays help flush out mucus and allergens from the nasal passages. Be sure to use sterile or distilled water to avoid contamination.
Allergy Shots (Immunotherapy)
If you have severe, persistent allergies that don't respond well to medications, your doctor might recommend allergy shots. This treatment involves regular injections of small amounts of allergens, gradually increasing over time, to desensitize your immune system.
Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
Sinus may be considered for chronic sinusitis that doesn’t respond to other treatments. This surgery can remove blockages or correct structural problems in the sinuses