Health Matters

[Bigbird]

             

 

The information here is in no way a medical/clinical advisory or teleconsultant.  The information discussed here is an informal sharing of chronic health matters!  Please consult your doctors for any healthcare matters!

[Bigbird]

Allergic Rhinitis, Sinusitis, & Rhinosinusitis

Inflammation of the nasal mucous membrane is called rhinitis. The symptoms include sneezing and runny and/or itchy nose, caused by irritation and congestion in the nose. There are two types: allergic rhinitis and non-allergic rhinitis.

 

Allergic Rhinitis: This condition occurs when the body's immune system over-responds to specific, non-infectious particles such as plant pollens, molds, dust mites, animal hair, industrial chemicals (including tobacco smoke), foods, medicines, and insect venom. During an allergic attack, antibodies, primarily immunoglobin E (IgE), attach to mast cells (cells that release histamine) in the lungs, skin, and mucous membranes. Once IgE connects with the mast cells, a number of chemicals are released. One of the chemicals, histamine, opens the blood vessels and causes skin redness and swollen membranes. When this occurs in the nose, sneezing and congestion are the result.

 

Seasonal allergic rhinitis or hayfever occurs in late summer or spring. Hypersensitivity to ragweed, not hay, is the primary cause of seasonal allergic rhinitis in 75 percent of all Americans who suffer from this seasonal disorder. People with sensitivity to tree pollen have symptoms in late March or early April; an allergic reaction to mold spores occurs in October and November as a consequence of falling leaves.

 

‍Perennial allergic rhinitis occurs year-round and can result from sensitivity to pet hair, mold on wallpaper, houseplants, carpeting, and upholstery. Some studies suggest that air pollution such as automobile engine emissions can aggravate allergic rhinitis. Although bacteria is not the cause of allergic rhinitis, one medical study found a significant number of the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus in the nasal passages of patients with year-round allergic rhinitis, concluding that the allergic condition may lead to higher bacterial levels, thereby creating a condition that worsens the allergies.

Patients who suffer from recurring bouts of allergic rhinitis should observe their symptoms on a continuous basis. If facial pain or a greenish-yellow nasal discharge occurs, a qualified ear, nose, and throat specialist can provide appropriate sinusitis treatment.

 

Non-Allergic Rhinitis: This form of rhinitis does not depend on the presence of IgE and is not due to an allergic reaction. The symptoms can be triggered by cigarette smoke and other pollutants as well as strong odors, alcoholic beverages, and cold. Other causes may include blockages in the nose, a deviated septum, infections, and over-use of medications such as decongestants.

 

https://www.dallasent.com/ent-services/allergic-rhinitis-sinusitis-rhinosinusitis

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Rhinosinusitis: Clarifying the Relationship Between the Sinuses & Rhinitis

Recent studies by otolaryngologist - head and neck surgeons have better defined the association between rhinitis and sinusitis. They have concluded that sinusitis is often preceded by rhinitis and rarely occurs without concurrent rhinitis. The symptoms, nasal obstruction/discharge and loss of smell, occur in both disorders. Most importantly, computed tomography (CT scan) findings have established that the mucosal linings of the nose and sinuses are simultaneously involved in the common cold (previously, thought to affect only the nasal passages). Otolaryngologists, acknowledging the inter-relationship between the nasal and sinus passages, now refer to sinusitis as rhinosinusitis.

The catalyst relating the two disorders is thought to involve nasal sinus overflow obstruction, followed by bacterial colonization and infection leading to acute, recurrent, or chronic sinusitis. Likewise, chronic inflammation due to allergies can lead to obstruction and subsequent sinusitis.

Other medical research has supported the close relationship between allergic rhinitis and sinusitis. In a retrospective study on sinus abnormalities in 1,120 patients (from two to 87 years of age), thickening of the sinus mucosa was more commonly found in sinusitis patients during July, August, September, and December, months in which pollen, mold, and viral epidemics are prominent. A review of patients (four to 83 years of age) who had surgery to treat their chronic sinus conditions revealed that those with seasonal allergy and nasal polyps are more likely to experience a recurrence of their sinusitis.

This information is provided by the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Inc., (AAO-HNS) and the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Foundation, Inc. (AAO-HNSF) for educational purposes only. Any information provided in this website should not be considered medical advice or a substitute for a consultation with an Otolaryngologist - Head and Neck surgeon or other physician.

Edited July 14, 2020 by Bigbird

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[Bigbird]

@Chestnut

You take telfast is because u dont have any congestion in your nasal passage.  Allergy Rhinitis?

[Chestnut]

47 minutes ago, Bigbird said:

@Chestnut

You take telfast is because u dont have any congestion in your nasal passage.  Allergy Rhinitis?

 

Yes. Sneezing and the mucus kept dripping. 

But i think my condition improve a lil cos i  ate garlic but is cooked version. 

 

I also on n off have some pain in my eye brow area

Edited July 14, 2020 by Chestnut

[Homelander]

1 minute ago, Chestnut said:

 

Yes. Sneezing and the mucus kept dripping. 

But i think my condition improve a lil cos i  ate garlic but is cooked version. 

 

i think cook garlic also ok...onion shud be fine too

[Chestnut]

1 hour ago, Homelander said:

 

i think cook garlic also ok...onion shud be fine too

 

Ya. Sometimes i felt a little feverish but no fever due to my nose and sneezing. I will microwave 2 cloves of garlic and eat it. A few hrs later will be fine

[Standing Birdy]

Birdy used to have allergic rhinitis and sinusitis. After taking bee pollen and royal honey now much less.

I also avoid sleeping with aircon and use humidifier if I have to sleep with aircon.

[Chestnut]

Can feel some pain on my brow area due to cold weather

[Cynical Ape]

Down plenty of water, for sure.

[Bigbird]

23 hours ago, Chestnut said:

 

Yes. Sneezing and the mucus kept dripping. 

But i think my condition improve a lil cos i  ate garlic but is cooked version. 

 

I also on n off have some pain in my eye brow area

 

Garlic, ginger & turmeric (curcumin) has anti-inflammatory properties   But heat reduces its efficacy.

 

22 hours ago, Chestnut said:

 

Ya. Sometimes i felt a little feverish but no fever due to my nose and sneezing. I will microwave 2 cloves of garlic and eat it. A few hrs later will be fine

 

From my experience, When my allergic rhinitis starts, mucus will starts to flow.  It could flow out from your nose or back down through your throat (post nasal drip) .  If it doesnt discharge out from your head and gets build up in your facial cavities (see above pics).  Infections will occur. Bacteria, virus, fungus,.... will culture in the cavities and cause inflammation.  Your face and neck have ~300 lymph nodes and those infected areas will starts to swell.  In this case, u need to take Nasal decongestant (eg Alfrin) or oral decongestant (Telfast D, Clarityn-D...) The D stands for decongestant to treat the symptom.  It helps to "dry up" the mucus.  The common decongestant chemical name is Phenylephrine (less effective) and Pseudoephedrine (sudofed). 

 

You will feel pain on your facial region and neck where inflammation occurs.  It will take a few days for the pain to subside. 

 

The antihistamine is to mitigate the histamine discharge from your body. 

 

Note: I am just sharing as a fellow sufferer and not a ENT specialist.  Please talk to your ENT specialist.

 

Edited July 15, 2020 by Bigbird

[Bigbird]

Histamine-rich foods

 

Foods to avoid

A healthy diet contains moderate levels of histamine. However, there are some foods high in histamine that can trigger inflammatory reactions and other negative symptoms.

Histamine-rich foods are:

• alcohol and other fermented beverages
• fermented foods and dairy products, such as yogurt and sauerkraut
• dried fruits
• avocados
• eggplant
• spinach
• processed or smoked meats
• shellfish
• aged cheese

There are also a number of foods that trigger histamine release in the body, such as:

• alcohol
• bananas
• tomatoes
• wheat germ
• beans
• papaya
• chocolate
• citrus fruits
• nuts, specifically walnuts, cashews and peanuts
• food dyes and other additives

Foods that block DAO production include:

• alcohol
• black tea
• mate tea
• green tea
• energy drinks

What causes high histamine levels?

You naturally produce histamine along with the enzyme diamine oxidase (DAO). DAO is responsible for breaking down histamine that you take in from foods.

If you develop a DAO deficiency and are unable to break down histamine, you could develop an intolerance.

Some reasons your DAO enzyme levels could be affected include:

• medications that block DAO functions or prevent production
• gastrointestinal disorders, such as leaky gut syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease
• histamine-rich foods that cause DAO enzymes to function improperly
• foods that block DAO enzymes or trigger histamine release

Bacterial overgrowth is another contributing factor for developing a histamine intolerance. Bacteria grows when food isn’t digested properly, causing histamine overproduction. Normal levels of DAO enzymes can’t break down the increased levels of histamine in your body, causing a reaction.

 

https://www.healthline.com/health/histamine-intolerance#causes

 

 

 

[Bigbird]

Those who have allergy issues, would want to take note of the food you eat.   This is often overlooked.

 

Chronic disease makes life unbareable and reduces quality of life (QoL)!   I love food and i just eat what i like and suffer later every time!.

 

Maybe @chamfer  & others can share more details too. 

 

    

 

 

Edited July 15, 2020 by Bigbird

[Bigbird]

Hey you guys can post any other medical conditions leh!   eg diabetes, High Blood, Old flower eye lah......

 

My knowledge is limited edition!  Boh liao!

 

I may be wrong or inaccurate. because it just from my "first person shooter" point of view!

 

So please share share share!

 

I dont want any strong mandate for my assumptions here!

 

Edited July 15, 2020 by Bigbird

[Chestnut]

Channel 8 has a talkshow on sinusitis now

[Bigbird]

On 7/21/2020 at 10:38 PM, Chestnut said:

Channel 8 has a talkshow on sinusitis now

 

So what was discussed on the talkshow?

 

Anything new?

 

Or same same  solution like Immunotherapgy, surgery.....

[Chestnut]

5 minutes ago, Bigbird said:

 

So what was discussed on the talkshow?

 

Anything new?

 

Or same same  solution like Immunotherapgy, surgery.....

 

I never watch the whole thing

https://www.mewatch.sg/en/series/stay-healthy-stay-happy-2020/ep1/969311

[Bigbird]

This is today Particle Matters (PM) indicative datas!

 

 

 

This indicative spot (1510) readings (height measure level 3 from road level) are taken indoor inroom no AC!

 

High temp + lower humidity (60+%)! SGP is usually 55-90+% humidity!

 

Look at the 2nd pic where it shows the amount of Particle matters (PM) in 1 litre of air (right of pic)!

 

The amount of air particle matters according to size of PM! Top is 0.3um, 0.5um, 1um, 2.5um......  Which PM smaller then 1um can go into our blood stream!

 

So currently in my room with just fan and windows open and no air purifier! So fine PM 0.3um is 5k per litres. say a typical hdb room size 4.7x3x2.4 = 33840 litres

 

So the amount of PM 0.3um in my room is 33840x5000 = 169.2M (assumption est)

 

My device don't measure Ultra fine particles (UFP>0.1um), and i am sure its worst! 

 

 

Edited August 9, 2020 by Bigbird

[Bigbird]

This is a good read for knowledge!
 

Direct and Indirect Effects of PM on the Cardiovascular System

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3248967/

 

 

 

 

 

[Bigbird]

WHO: Air pollution - Common pollutants from household heating, cooking and lighting

https://www.who.int/airpollution/household/pollutants/combustion/en/

 

 

https://www.intechopen.com/books/environmental-health-management-and-prevention-practices/particulate-matter-exposure-genomic-instability-disease-and-cancer-risk

 

Airborne particulate matter and their health effects

https://www.encyclopedie-environnement.org/en/health/airborne-particulate-health-effects/

 

Above are excellent bed time readings & these are for educational purposes.  At least u should know what u are against!  Your health is your problem!

 

Those would stays near smoke stacks, manufacturing plants & incinerators, please take note! 

Edited August 9, 2020 by Bigbird

[ZyringChu]

i am suffering from ED . i have being masturbating everyday during CB. now i can feel like the head of my penis is losing sensitivity . cannot maintain erection during my last visit to FL.

any remedy for me?

[Bigbird]

20 hours ago, ZyringChu said:

i am suffering from ED . i have being masturbating everyday during CB. now i can feel like the head of my penis is losing sensitivity . cannot maintain erection during my last visit to FL.

any remedy for me?

 

Let me refer u to our resident specialist @Standing Birdy, from his name its already an advertisement liao!  

[aaur4man]

20 hours ago, ZyringChu said:

i am suffering from ED . i have being masturbating everyday during CB. now i can feel like the head of my penis is losing sensitivity . cannot maintain erection during my last visit to FL.

any remedy for me?

 

Here's your remedy

[Standing Birdy]

20 hours ago, ZyringChu said:

i am suffering from ED . i have being masturbating everyday during CB. now i can feel like the head of my penis is losing sensitivity . cannot maintain erection during my last visit to FL.

any remedy for me?

Cut off regrow

Edited August 10, 2020 by Standing Birdy