Elevate your head at night to increase drainage. Consult your doctor to determine if you need antibiotics for a bacterial infection. Treat colds promptly. When blowing your nose, be gentle. Hard blowing can actually create pressure and force some of the infection into your sinuses.
Smokers are more prone to sinusitis.
If cold symptoms last longer than 10-14 days or worsen over time. If you have a severe headache. If there is increased facial swelling or blurring or changes in vision. If you have facial pain, either on one side of your face over the cheekbone or between your eyes, or if your teeth hurt. If sinusitis symptoms persist, even after taking a full course of antibiotics.