I can't stand it anymore! Remedies for sinus infection?

I need THE best natural remedies for a sinus infection? I can't sleep; my sinus areas hurt; the back of my neck is killing me.

The Oil of Oregano isn't working; I've already tried Olive Leaf Extr. I'm doing the salt water nasal rinses with a bit of colloidal silver in the rinse, and that isn't working.

I've put the oil on topically--no luck. I can't do broad-spectrum abx bc of history of c. diff. Any ideas?

Margaret

Do you consume dairy daily? also try a calcium bentonite clay face mask and put it where you are having the problem. helps me

I found this works for me for sinus related issues AND kills off lyme bacteria: http://www.resultsrna.com/products/acs_200_overview/

The ACS 200 Advanced Cellular Silver works unbelievably well and fast-acting. I get mine on amazon for a little cheaper (ships quickly too)

One of the best things I've ever done when I get a sinus infection is to be sure to stay on a nasal decongestant every 4 hours or whatever the directions say. I use a generic pseudoephedrine (Sudafed), but whatever works for you. Just be sure to watch out for added ingredients - Tylenol and such. They can all interact with other meds, so be sure to check each ingredient out against what you are already taking.

And I hope that you feel better soon!!

Hi all,

Thanks so for your feedback. Sayad, Elderberry hasn't helped me, sorry. James, thanks so for your feed back; I'm between a rock and a hard place on that topic, because Kefir helps my tummy (post c. diff.) a lot (more than coconut kefir), so yes, I eat a tiny bit of dairy. I was taking 3 tbsp. a day; now I'm thinking maybe I should take 3 tsp. (of Kefir)? What do you think?

I had never thought of doing a B. Clay mask, but I've been doing compresses--juiced ginger and oil of oregano, plus a hot washcloth. I think that's a good idea.

Garden, I had taken Quercetin before, and it didn't seem to help that much.

Lymebytes, I just bought some colloidal silver nose spray. Is that what you're talking about? I also got some GSE nosespray.

Trav., I can't do anything like Sudafed, because it causes my heart to race. Even the fake Sudafed (what is it called)? causes that. I can't use Afrin, well, because it's addictive, but also because it can exacerbate sinus infections and mess up your nose.

I think I'm going to get a handle on it, but I don't want to jinx myself, so I will let all of you know tomorrow.

It helped just to write down my problem and post it! :)

Margaret

I will Garden! Then I'll let u know. Thx, M

PS, Why does my neck hurt so much? Is that related to the sinuses, or is it a Lyme or arthritic thing? I think my neck is what wakes me up too early in the a.m.

Margaret

I don't know if it would affect those things. It would be good to have your doc take a look at it and give you an opinion.

That is strange that your bite site is itching. You do have a lot to put up with and I hope some of it will come to an end in the near future. Keep hanging in there.

Fenugreek and Thyme help my sinuses more than anything else. Fenugreek thins mucus so it can drain out. Thyme kills fungus, bacteria, etc. Can drink tea made from the dry herbs, or take the dried herb in capsules (Nature's Way FenuThyme is what I've used).

Another helpful thing - Eucalyptus oil can often open up plugged up sinuses. Inhale the aroma, do NOT take eucalyptus oil internally. Put it in a diffuser, humidifier, or pot of gently steaming water on the stove...

Sinus pain from infection may respond to warm compresses on the face (nose, cheek bone areas, above & below the eyes).

teragram - I assume what you are taking is not the same as what I am referring to. The link you want to check out is: http://www.resultsrna.com/products/acs_200_overview/

You can purchase on Amazon.

This is colloidal silver ON STEROIDS! The clinical studies that back it up are phenomenal. Heres another link about lyme research with this product: http://www.resultsrna.com/products/lyme_disease_treatment/

In the right hand column it will say "Ultimate body detox" which includes the ACS 200 spray I am referring to along with zeolite and glutathione sprays - it's basically your one-stop-shop for destroying all unwanted 'critters" and heavy metals while strengthening your immune system. That is what I am now using and is helping me knock out a chronic case of epstein barr virus.

Teragram- thanks for bringing that up! I meant to mention that in my response. You are right, it is potent and can cause herxing, which is why you build up slowly. In your case, starting with 1-2 sprays to see how you react may be a good place to start and then add in a spray or two every few days thereafter. The ACS 200 Advanced Cellular Silver is a great way to kill off bacteria, viruses, etc. For a more complete DETOX of everything you are wiping out, the zeolite and glutathione is best to add in. This has not been my personal experience, but some say adding those two helps reduce herxing. I buy mine on amazon...ACS 200 Silver (4oz) is around $40 and other two are between $30 - $40. Depending on your dosage, they could last you a few months.

After years and years of intermittent sinus infections (that I now realize started showing up after I contract lyme & co.) and full-blown sinusitis and bronchitis for 13 straight MONTHS last year... I finally realized (due to several other symptoms) that it was a fungus.

Only when I started taking diflucan and nystatin did the symptoms start to go away. I was taking nystatin tablets but after reading that they are bunk and it's better to take nystatin in a powder form (so that it coats all the surfaces of mouth and throat) and switching to the powder did make a difference.

I'm not ready to say that the infection is gone, yet. But I have nearly full relief of sx. I've read a sinus fungal infection can be quite dangerous—to brain, teeth roots...

Everyone here has great ideas for the sinus, I have nothing to add, but would like to recommend a trip to chiropractor for the neck. I know sometimes my neck is out which gives me headaches and my doc just cracks it and I am good to go. I hope you start to feel better. I have inherited sinus issues from lymes and know how you feel.

Post Edited (MS in PA) : 7/25/2014 9:32:46 AM (GMT-6)