How Effective Is Steam Inhalation In Relieving Sinus Congestion?

Posted on Mon, 9 Jan 2017

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Mon, 9 Jan 2017 Answered on

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Question : what are the benefits of steam two sinus congestion?

Answered by Dr. Deepashree (25 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Steam inhalation benefits.

Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for your query. Steam inhalation will help to improve the sinus ventilation, it will help to reduce mucosal edema in the sinus, it will help to open up the sinus meat us so that what ever is collected in the sinus drains out easily. It also helps to liquify the thick mucous in the sinus, helps in mucous ciliary clearnace. Ventilate sinus and reduces the negative pressure during sinus vacuum headache. Over all its has miraculous effect on the sinuses. Hope my answers have helped you. Thanks.

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