Sinusitis

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Sinusitis Prevention

The best way to prevent sinusitis is to avoid or quickly treat flus and colds:

• Receive an influenza vaccine each year.
• Wash your hands frequently, particularly after shaking hands with others.
• Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, which are rich in antioxidants and other chemicals that could boost your immune system and help your body resist infection.
• Reduce stress.

Additional tips for preventing sinusitis:

• Avoid exposure to cigarette smoke and environmental pollutants.
• Use a humidifier to increase moisture in your nose and sinus areas.
• Drink plenty of fluids to increase moisture within your body.
• Take decongestants during an upper respiratory infection.
• Treat allergies promptly and appropriately.