Ok...this is going to sound weird. I am having sinus issues since winter started and if I eat too much or something is taking a bit of effort to work it's way through the band I can feel pressure in my face.

Any other weirdoes out there like me? :tongue2:

I have sinus issues as well, so I know what you're going through... I've found that washing out my sinuses daily has REALLY made a HUGE difference... I also don't get sick NEARLY as often... This is what I use and it is a God send... NeilMed Pharmaceuticals, Makers of Sinus Rinse, NasaFlo Netipot, Nasal Irrigation

I had a lot of sinus issues before but found a way to get rid of them. After I take a shower, I cup my hand and snort a little warm Water up my nose around 3 times and clear it out. My sinus problems have dissappeared.

This might sound weird or uncomfortable, but it is not after you try it a couple of times . . . and it is only water. It made all the difference in the world for me.

Now that I think about it, my method is just an extremely low tech version of the sinus rinse suggested by kgloverii. However, it works for me and I was a pretty constant sinus sufferer before and spent tons of money on OTC sinus meds.

I just started using the NeilMed nasal rinse a few weeks ago, Katy, and I cannot believe what a difference it makes. I use it at least once a day.

I just started using the NeilMed nasal rinse a few weeks ago, Katy, and I cannot believe what a difference it makes. I use it at least once a day.

A lot of people think it is this crazy, icky thing, but my ENT suggested it (before I had unsuccessful sinus surgery) and it has been a godsend. I told my mom about it too, and she SWEARS by it. She is immuno-suppressed and her transplant doctor said it is a great thing to help her stay healthy. Anyone I have ever told about it has thought it was weird, and then they try it and can't believe they didn't try it sooner. Glad you see the value in it!

I have sinus issues as well, so I know what you're going through... I've found that washing out my sinuses daily has REALLY made a HUGE difference... I also don't get sick NEARLY as often... This is what I use and it is a God send... NeilMed Pharmaceuticals, Makers of Sinus Rinse, NasaFlo Netipot, Nasal Irrigation

I need that SO BAD right now.... :frown:

I know what you mean, I have had 4 sinus surgeries and will probably be having #5 before to long..A sinus rinse is a good thing..Unfortunately, I am allergic to most everything....But surely not related to the band..

I irrigate my sinuses at least once per day using salt Water in a neti pot. It is a strange feeling to pour salt water into one nostril until it runs out of the other but I've not had a sinus headache or infection since I started using it almost 1 year ago (a record for me). I got mine at Whole Foods but there sold many places now.

Michelle in NJ

I also use a neti pot and found that a sensitivity to wheat and gluten were causing sinus and ear problems.......

Irrigation helps alot......takes some getting used to but worth it