Sinus infections can be managed with a combination of home remedies and medication. Here are some ways to help relieve sinusitis symptoms:

Home remedies:

• Rest: Rest helps the body fight infection and speed recovery.
• Drink fluids: Keep drinking plenty of fluids.
• Use a warm compress: A warm compress on the nose and forehead might help lessen pressure in the sinuses.
• Keep sinuses moist: Breathing in the steam from a bowl of hot water with a towel over the head might help. Or take a hot shower, breathing in the warm, moist air. This will help ease pain and help mucus drain.
• Rinse the inside of the nose: Use a specially designed squeeze bottle or neti pot. This home remedy, called nasal lavage, can help clear sinuses.
• Sleep with a humidifier in your bedroom to help relieve nighttime nasal blockages.
• Use natural saline nasal sprays during the day and before bed.
• Apply warm compresses to the nose, cheeks, and eyes to help promote drainage of nasal secretions.
• Adding natural antibacterial foods like garlic, ginger, and honey to your meals may help.
• Some foods also have anti-inflammatory properties and may help reduce swelling from sinus infections. These include berries, green leafy vegetables, and oily fish.

Medications:

• Pain relievers: Try acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) or aspirin available without a prescription.
• Nasal decongestants: Use nasal decongestants for only a few days because they may cause worse stuffiness, known as rebound congestion.
• Antibiotics: If symptoms of sinusitis don’t improve after 10 days, a provider may prescribe antibiotics.
• Prescription intranasal steroid sprays: Providers may prescribe these to reduce swelling in the sinuses.
• Antihistamines: If an allergy is causing your symptoms, antihistamines may help block inflammation.

Its important to note that most sinus infections improve independently, but some bacterial cases may require antibiotics. If your symptoms are severe, painkillers do not help, or your symptoms get worse, see a doctor for treatment.