• symptoms of upper respiratory infection lasting ten days or more.

• facial pressure or pain.

• nasal discharge that is yellow or green.

• post-nasal drip.

• cough.

At-home treatments for sinusitis include:

• saline nasal sprays that moisturize the nasal cavity, reduce dryness, and help clear thick or crusty mucus.

• humidification (moisturizing the air) of living spaces in dry climates will to aid the movement of mucus through the sinuses.

A physician visit for your sinus pain will:

• determine if you have an infection requiring an appropriate antibiotic.

• discover if you require intensive medical treatment for a condition such as a nasal obstructions, necessitating sinus surgery.