Anyone having sinus or allergy problems?

[Cheering472]

Feel better.

 

[Rudyjohn]

Lady D's story doesn't make a convincing case for antibiotics. Time and an OTC decongestant are probably called for. Way too many Z Paks circulating out there.

I agree, BUT Ladyd has had sinus problems for as long as I can remember! I believe it's time for her to get to her dr.

Like Ms. Kitty, said, don't take advice from a message board, get to your dr.

 

[Lady D]

It's been so dry here. I think a lot of stuff is blowin' around. Chickabee in the wind...;-)
Sudafed is a life saver here. You do have to sign for it cuz some people make meth with it. :nono1: We use generic wally world brand. It dries up the fluid in your ears/nose. I don't think you're spozed to take it if you have hi bp though.

Well, I have no problem with high blood pressure at all. I am the envy of my office here at work, mine is always so good. I do have continual problems with sinuses, allergies, whatever I have, multiple times a year. But when my ears start hurting I know there is a problem. I started using my OTC medicine yesterday and used the sinus flush kit this morning. Not to mention I have Nasonex and another prescription nasal spray. But unfortunately it is at the house. Hopefully I'll get over it.

 

[Biff]

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[Lady D]

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Well Biff, I had actually forgotten I had started that thread on here. That just shows you how often I have problems, or keep them I should say. I guess I should have done some checking first. Sorry everyone.

 

[30A Skunkape]

I agree, BUT Ladyd has had sinus problems for as long as I can remember! I believe it's time for her to get to her dr.

Like Ms. Kitty, said, don't take advice from a message board, get to your dr.

I agree she should see her doctor;all I am saying is that it is a DIFFICULT sell to convince people they have rhinitis and congestion secondary to a viral illness or allergy flare and are thus poor candidates for antibiotic therapy. In the last two weeks I have seen at least 20 people complaining of the same thing LadyD is describing. Out of that number, there was one person I gave antibiotics to, and that was based on the duration and severity of symptoms which led me to believe there might actually be a bacterial cofactor. Many of the patients who I denied antibiotics to gave me fairly dirty looks as there is an expectation they have a 'sinus infection' and need antibiotic therapy. Well, I am here to tell you it is bad medicine to pitch antibiotics at every head cold that walks through the door. The data shows that the vast majority of people derive little or no benefit from a course of antibiotics when they are diagnosed with a 'sinus infection' since so many of these infections are viral in etiology. Furthermore, antibiotics are not candy-liberal use leads to multi-drug resistant bacteria strains, as well as complications in patients such as allergic reactions, yeast infections, nausea/vomiting/diarrhea and overgrowth colitis. Thats my story, and I'm sticking to it

 

[Beachbummette]

I agree with Skunky, way too many people take antibiotics to readily. Is best to see your doctor Ladyd...get better soon.

One of our doctors here is like skunky and folks get ticked off 'cause he rarely hands out the antibiotics. I have had it for a week or so now and he keeps telling me to take two hot showers a day and a claritin d. Of course...check with your doctor first.

 

[seaside2]

Ms Seaside's dad was German, big nose and everything. He was forever getting sinus "Infections" and always used the salt water up the nose thing. Worked for him everytime.

So, go stick your head in the Gulf and suck some salt water up your nose. Sit back and drink an adult beverage or two. Everthing is good in the morning (or maybe early afternoon).

 

[Rudyjohn]

I agree she should see her doctor;all I am saying is that it is a DIFFICULT sell to convince people they have rhinitis and congestion secondary to a viral illness or allergy flare and are thus poor candidates for antibiotic therapy. In the last two weeks I have seen at least 20 people complaining of the same thing LadyD is describing. Out of that number, there was one person I gave antibiotics to, and that was based on the duration and severity of symptoms which led me to believe there might actually be a bacterial cofactor. Many of the patients who I denied antibiotics to gave me fairly dirty looks as there is an expectation they have a 'sinus infection' and need antibiotic therapy. Well, I am here to tell you it is bad medicine to pitch antibiotics at every head cold that walks through the door. The data shows that the vast majority of people derive little or no benefit from a course of antibiotics when they are diagnosed with a 'sinus infection' since so many of these infections are viral in etiology. Furthermore, antibiotics are not candy-liberal use leads to multi-drug resistant bacteria strains, as well as complications in patients such as allergic reactions, yeast infections, nausea/vomiting/diarrhea and overgrowth colitis. Thats my story, and I'm sticking to it

You're preaching to the choir here. My son (who is now 16) has never had an ear infection and has never been on an antibiotic. I applaud you for not over prescribing.

Like I said in my original post, I don't advocate antibiotics. ;-)

 

[Ocean Lover]

You're preaching to the choir here. My son (who is now 16) has never had an ear infection and has never been on an antibiotic. I applaud you for not over prescribing.

Like I said in my original post, I don't advocate antibiotics. ;-)

That is amazing to me....Dylans been on antibiotics a few times but poor Sam...she takes after me with severe allergies and asthma. I hate it that she takes so many maintenance meds anyway.

It's getting to be that time of year again....ragweed season.