Everybody breathes in all types of bacteria in the air and from their environment, but one type of bacteria is a fungus which when inhaled, becomes what is termed a sinus yeast infection called Aspergillus.
Many people with chronic sinusitis do not realize it is actually a recurring yeast infection, which may be due the use of antibiotics, having seasonal allergies which make the nasal passages more susceptible to bacterial growth.
Another reason some get a sinus infection is because they have a low immune system from a recent illness, or an autoimmune disorder.
Sinus infections are more common in those with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.
When seasonal allergies such as hay fever or rhinitis is present, the nasal passages are inflamed and swollen.
This creates a breeding ground for certain types of yeast bacteria and fungi.
Antibiotic therapy is a big contributor to aspergillus, because it destroys the good bacteria while destroying the old.
Still, there are treatments for a sinus yeast infection that works quite well.
Several treatments for a sinus yeast infection, may be the use of a nasal spray along with an antibiotic specifically for aspergillus, such as Diflucan.
Other treatments which work well, are rinsing the nasal cavities with a saline solution which can be made at home with salt and warm water.
Besides using a rubber bulb syringe for rinsing the nasal passages, gargling with a little warm salt water also helps to reduce infection.
Nutrition plays a large part in eliminating and preventing a sinus yeast infection because proper nutrition builds the immune system.
Some foods to avoid are white sugar, white flour, dairy products and too much fat.
One should introduce more nutritionally complete foods such as, seafood, poultry, fresh fruits and vegetables and plenty of flavonoid rich berries.
Berries have vitamin C and antioxidants which are proven to reduce the effects of free radicals in the environment.
Adding apple cider vinegar and honey daily may help also.
Simply add two teaspoons of natural apple cider vinegar and two teaspoons of raw honey to an eight ounce glass of water.
Stir well and sip slowly.
This remedy seems to boost the metabolism and neutralize an acidic body.
With so many medical and home remedies with a high success rate, surgery is not the only option available for relief.