Find the best approach for treating your sinus infection, whether acute or chronic.

Have you been dealing with the same pesky symptoms like nasal congestion, facial pressure, headaches, and a sore throat for days, or even weeks? If a sinus infection has you stopped in your tracks, it’s time to fight back. With spring approaching, more and more people are turning to their Bend, OR, ENT doctor Dr. Ryan Gallivan, for sinus infection treatment.

Symptoms of a Sinus Infection

Sometimes it can be difficult to figure out if your symptoms are indicative of the common cold or a sinus infection. Here are the most common symptoms of a sinus infection:

• Facial pressure and pain
• Nasal discharge
• Lack of smell
• Congestion
• Cough
• Nasal congestion

You may also experience a fever, bad breath, fatigue, and even upper dental pain.

Treating Acute Sinus Infections

Most acute forms can be treated with self-care measures including taking non-prescription decongestants to manage the symptoms. However, be sure to never take over-the-counter medications for longer than what is recommended. Be sure to check your medication labels beforehand.

It’s also important to play it safe when it comes to your health. If you are noticing any symptoms that are particularly concerning or distressing, then it’s time to turn to your Bend, OR, ENT doctor for sinus infection treatment. It’s time to see your doctor if:

• Your symptoms do not improve after a couple of days of self-treatment
• You experience pain in your upper teeth or around your eyelids
• Your headache doesn’t go away, even with medication
• You have a fever over 101 degrees F
• Nasal discharge is yellow or green
• You don’t see an improvement in your symptoms after a couple of days of taking antibiotics

Treating Chronic Sinus Infections

Chronic sinus infections can be a little more challenging to address. Dr. Gallivan and his team at Northwest Sinus Center can provide you with a more customized and aggressive treatment plan. Some of the ways in which we might treat chronic cases of sinusitis include:

• Steroid nasal sprays
• Nasal irrigation solutions 
• Steroid medications injected or taken orally
• Antibiotics if the infection is bacterial
• Allergy shot if allergies are playing a role in your chronic sinus infection
• Balloon sinuplasty as a nonsurgical way to open up blocked nasal passages
• Endoscopic sinus surgery if non-surgical options haven’t provided relief

If you’re dealing with recurring, persistent, or severe sinus infections here in Bend, OR, and you’re looking for treatment, then you’ve come to the right place. Dr. Gallivan and his team at Northwest Sinus Center make it easy for anyone to get the treatment and relief they need right away. Call us at (855) 746-8700 to schedule an immediate appointment.