Chronic sinusitis may prompt depression

Depression? It’s all in your head. Especially if you have sinusitis – an overproduction of mucus.

A new study examined 73 patients with chronic sinusitis. About 20 percent reported symptoms of depression, prompted by their sinus condition.

According to the Mayo Clinic, chronic sinusitis causes painful headaches, facial swelling, and difficulty breathing. These symptoms are considered chronic when they recur frequently or last for at least eight weeks.

Eight weeks! It’s a miracle only 20 percent were depressed!

Sinusitis patients may be able to avoid symptoms (and perhaps depression) with two very effective, non-drug sinusitis treatments described in the e-Alert “Spring Spoiler” (3/30/06).

Source:
“Stubborn Stuffy Nose Could Lead to Depression” Ivanhoe Newswire, 10/7/09, ivanhoe.com