Blow your nose the right way. Blow gently into a disposable tissue to avoid spreading germs and pushing mucus into your ears or other parts of your sinuses. Block one nostril while you blow through the other. Wash your hands afterward.
How to Treat Nasal Congestion and Sinus Pressure
Place a warm, wet towel on your face. It may relieve discomfort and open your nasal passages.
Avoid chlorinated pools. They can irritate your nasal passages.
How to treat nasal congestion at night
Nasal congestion can be especially annoying at night, when it can interfere with your sleep. So, you might want to take that hot shower just before bed. Other ideas:
Use a humidifier or vaporizer. A humidifier uses cool water to release a fine mist into the air. If you use one, use only filtered or distilled water and follow directions for keeping the machine clean. A vaporizer boils water and releases steam. If there’s a child in your home, avoid vaporizers, as they pose a burning risk.
Try sticky nasal strips. They help widen your nostrils, which may help you breathe and sleep better.
Prop yourself up. At bedtime, lie on a couple of pillows. Keeping your head elevated may make breathing more comfortable.
Congested Sinus Relief in Children
Remember that you should never give decongestants or any other over-the-counter cold medicines to children younger than age 4. If your child is between 4 and 6, you should check with your doctor before using these medicines.
Many of the home remedies that ease symptoms in adults will also help a child with nasal congestion and sinus pressure. Be sure to give them plenty of fluids. You can also try:
- Humidifiers
- Saline nose drops
- Raising their head on pillows at night (unless they are babies, who shouldn’t use pillows)
- Sitting with them in a steamy bathroom, with a hot shower running
Older children may be able to take some over-the-counter remedies. But talk to their doctor about the best choices.
When an infant has congestion, you can try suctioning out mucus with a bulb syringe. Don’t be tempted to let them sleep in a car seat or swing to stay upright. Their crib is the safest place.
How to Relieve Sinus Pressure in Ears
Your sinuses and ears are connected inside your head. So, sinus congestion and stuffiness can affect the pressure in your ears. That can cause ear pain, muffle your hearing, and even make you dizzy. Treating sinus congestion may help. Other tips include:
No fast movements. Don’t stand up too quickly or shake your head fast.
Avoid caffeine, salt, alcohol, and tobacco products. These can affect your circulation, and minor changes in blood flow can affect your ears.
Avoid extreme temperatures. They can make sinus-related ear problems worse. If your ears bother you, it isn’t the time to go jogging on a hot day or build a snow fort with the kids.
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