Prophylaxis | Sinus Inflammation

Prophylaxis

Sinusitis is often difficult to avoid, especially if the patient suffers from particularly narrow sinuses or a defect in the nasal septum. It is therefore important, especially for these patients, to cure every cold and rhinitis sufficiently. Inhalations can help and have a decongestant effect on the mucous membranes. In addition, the patient should drink a lot to promote blood circulation. It is especially important not to do any sports during this time as the inflammation can spread to the heart via the bloodstream.

Prognosis and sports driving

Sinusitis has a very good prognosis as long as the patient follows the doctor’s therapy. It is also important that no sports are done during the sinusitis but also during the cold! Many patients underestimate the risk involved.An inflammation of the frontal sinus, which is caused by bacteria or viruses, must always be accompanied by an absolute ban on sports, since the germs can spread through the bloodstream in the direction of the heart and in the worst case can lead to an inflammation of the heart even after years (endocarditis), which is then accompanied by a very high rate of complications and often death.

For this reason, the patient should not do any sports during the treatment period after consulting the doctor, unless the doctor considers this to be unproblematic. As soon as the sinusitis is contained again, it is no problem to start with sports.