He pointed out a study conducted by the Mayo clinic and the University of Buffalo addressing the issue of recurring sinus infection. It states that "chronic sinusitis is an immune disorder caused by fungus." I asked Carlton in a follow-up email if he had tested positive for fungi in previous allergy tests, and here is his response:
“Hello Walt: I had 2 different allergy tests, both negative. The Mayo/U. of Buffalo research says this is not an allergic reaction like a pollen allergy, so it wouldn't show up in an allergy test. It's an over reaction to fungus by T-cells that damage the sinus lining and gives bacteria a place to grow. Most people have no reaction, but most people with chronic sinusitis do. Apparently there is a test, but ENT's are skeptical. Mine said the fungus idea was false and suggested surgery. If I was cynical, I might think his opinion was because there's no surgical solution. This is leading edge stuff. Mayo received a patent on anti-fungal treatments. I decided to try this approach after everything else failed. I don't want surgery, because I've never heard of one that worked. I'll let you know how it goes, but so far, I feel much better. Carlton"
Huge Implications in the Study Results There are huge implications in this study for those who suffer from recurring sinus infection. This work could lead to treatments that treat the root cause of the problem for the first time.
Another article in the Health Solutions Newsletter of Sept 2005 also referred to the Mayo Clinic/U. of Buffalo study and adds further clarification. Their article was entitled “Mayo Clinic Announces Startling New Sinus Discovery"
“Jens Panikau, sinus researcher at Mayo Clinic, has published a new finding that explains why sinus disease persists despite so many new drugs. Dr Panikau found that the main cause of sinus symptoms was that the eosinophiles – your special cells that defend your body against infection, - get into the mucus and produce a toxic product called MBP that is made in order to kill bacteria. Unfortunately, among sinus sufferers, there is an excess of this MBP in the mucus that also damages the cells of the nose and impairs its ability to sweep bacteria out of the nose. Dr Panikau shows that it is the MBP that makes the patient sick, with fever, pain, fatigue, and secondary infections."
Anyone who suffers from recurring sinus infection issues and who cannot find adequate relief after treatment by an otolaryngologist or after unsuccessful surgery are urged to do what Carlton has done:
1.Start using pulsating nasal irrigation to cleanse the nose of crusty old mucus which could be carrying toxins. 2.Test your environment to see if you are exposed to high levels of fungus. 3.If the tests are positive for fungus, try to improve your environment to lower the amount of fungus you are exposed to.
There are numerous books and articles which address this subject. Hopefully the follow-on work of the Mayo Clinic and University of Buffalo will identify antifungal treatments that can finally go after the root cause of recurring sinus infection. Sinus sufferers should be aware of these research efforts and be ready to discuss these findings with their ENT specialists. Maybe serious help is finally on the way.
There is a sinus buster nasal spray that has been around for many years used for sinus infections, sinus infection symptoms, chronic sinusitis, sinus congestion, sinus headaches and other sinus problems. It contains Capsaicin which has long been used in creams externally for arthritis pain. There have been testimonials and claims floating around on the Internet for some time promoting capsaicin for the sinuses. But this is true for many so-called sinus busters.
Before you ever consider spraying a hot pepper solution up your nose or for Capsaicin sinus irrigation you should be fully aware of the possible wild claims and the damage you can do to your nasal passages and lining.
The sinus tissues and nasal tissues are delicate tissues and coming in contact with anything that is not normal is cause for concern and in this case Capsaicin should be a big cause for concern.
There are much better ways to treat and cure sinus infections and other sinus conditions without causing serious temporary or permanent damage. Imagine walking around with perpetual burning going on in your head and nose that you can't do anything about.
Many people try to challenge their bodies by eating hot peppers and pride themselves on eating the hottest that are around. But what many don't know is that many of these people come into the emergency room for treatment of serious esophageal and intestinal tract burns. Where is their common sense one wonders? Would you want to go to the emergency room with sinus pain and burned nasal or sinus passages?
If you were to put diluted Capsaicin on your skin you could reach it and treat it if you get a burn. Not so for you sinuses.
Before you spray or put anything up your nose that is not natural and especially something that has the serious side effect of a direct contact burn I would seriously reconsider. Also whatever goes up there you may not easily get out, whether Capsaicin or anything else that is natural.
Do not believe everything you read on the Internet when it comes to your health. Find experts you respect and compare their opinions with other experts. Get second and third opinions. Sinus specialists will differ on their approach to sinus problems and sometimes vastly differ. Testimonials for Capsaicin could be made up for all anyone knows.
So before you add more sinus problems to your current issues, please consider the consequences of using hot pepper preparations like Capsaicin.
There is a much better safer sinus cure that works every time. I've cured myself naturally without using hot peppers or any other medicine or medications. All natural approaches are better. No one needs to suffer with sinus infections, chronic sinusitis or any other sinus problems any more. .
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