Drainage from the ear -- medically known as otorrhea -- is usually caused by an infection. Take care to clear the drainage and clean the ear using the appropriate method, as improper cleaning can cause additional damage. Some of the causes of...
According to MedlinePlus, sinus drainage manifests itself in two forms: a runny nose or postnasal drip. A runny nose is when mucus drains out of the nostrils, while postnasal drip is excessive mucus dripping in the back of the throat. Sinus...
It's estimated that between 10 and 15 million Americans develop symptoms of a sinus infection, according to the Merck Manuals. Symptoms of sinusitis include severe nasal blockage, or obstruction, and nasal drainage. While the symptoms are usually...
Certain dietary supplements may be helpful in stimulating your lymphatic system and promoting lymphatic drainage. According to MedlinePlus, your lymphatic system filters fluid from around your cells and is an important part of your immune system....
Many eye conditions cause eye drainage or discharge. In some people the drainage improves quickly on its own, though other people may experience additional symptoms worsening drainage. A person with changes in eye comfort or vision should contact...
Sinus drainage occurs when the sinus cavity secretes excess mucus, commonly due to allergies, the common cold or sinus infections. Sinus drainage manifests itself as either a runny nose or postnasal drip, which is a condition where the sinuses...
The eyes respond to conditions that threaten their comfort or health. For many people with eye conditions, the eye will have a discharge that may appear thick or watery, depending on the condition affecting the eye. If a person does not know the...
Postural drainage, or chest physical therapy, is used in the treatment of people suffering from cystic fibrosis to help them breathe more easily and maintain good health. This form of therapy uses a combination of percussion and gravity to loosen...
Your lymphatic system is made up of a large network of vessels that transport a clear fluid known as lymph fluid throughout your body. Lymph fluid transports vital nutrients and also eliminates cellular waste. On occasion, your lymphatic system...
Gluten is mostly known for its damaging effects if you have celiac disease, but if consuming gluten causes sinus drainage, you may have a minor allergy. Celiac disease and an allergy to gluten are commonly confused with one another because of...
Lymph is a clear fluid carried by the lymphatic system, an important part of the immune system. Improper buildup of lymph can be the result of poor lifestyle or diet. Swollen lymph nodes can also be the result of lymph buildup, potentially leading...
Consider the importance of a healthy lymphatic system, often referred to as the secondary circulatory system of the body. Filtration of toxins, dead cells, viruses and other debris from the body is the primary function of the lymph system, which...
The lymphatic system is responsible for moving lymph -- a fluid that contains white blood cells -- throughout your body. Nodes, ducts and various structures such as your spleen, thymus, tonsils and adenoids comprise your lymphatic system, an...
Pilates is a method of exercise developed by Joseph Pilates to coordinate the mind body and spirit through exercise. Many of the Pilates exercises are performed in gravity-reduced or -eliminated positions, keeping the spine aligned and decreasing...
Acupressure originated in Asia thousands of years ago as a form of healing that involves using the fingers to firmly press specific points on the body. Pressing these points is supposed to stimulate innate self-healing abilities contained in the...
Lined with a mucus secreting membrane, the sinuses provide a filtering tunnel for inhaled substances before they make their way into the lungs. A variety of irritants and infectious organisms can cause the sinuses to swell, and the sinusitis that...
Certain herbs may be helpful in decreasing your lymphatic congestion and improving your lymphatic drainage. According to the National Cancer Institute, your lymphatic system comprises tissues and organs that generate, store and transport white...
Some runners experience nasal discharge or sinus drainage while running. Sinus drainage results from excess mucus dripping from the nasal cavity and exiting either through the nostrils or down the back of the throat. Eye, nose and throat...
Yoga is a popular form of exercise designed to improve your overall strength and flexibility. It can also carry positive benefits for your lymphatic system. The lymphatic system carries lymphocyctes to all of your tissues, which are essential for...
Sinus drainage provides relief from symptoms of sinusitis, a condition in which the nasal passages become swollen and cause mucus build-up. According to certified Iyengar yoga instructor Dean Lerner, inverted yoga poses are ideal for increasing...
Dairy products have been blamed for excess mucus production in the sinuses, but milk does not increase sinus drainage. If you develop sinus drainage after consuming dairy products, you may have a minor milk allergy. Sinus drainage either flows out...
Increased mucus drainage in toddlers could be the result of an allergy, a viral infection such as a cold or flu, or a bacterial infection, such as sinusitis. The mucus drainage may present as a runny nose or the mucus can drain down the back of...
Lymph drainage massages are not as popular as other types of massage in the United States, yet they provide numerous health benefits. The International Alliance of Healthcare Educators explains that lymph drainage massages are done in a specific...
Urinary catheters are used to drain urine from the body when the bladder cannot due to surgery or illness. Urinary catheters drain the bladder, and the urine is collected in a urinary drainage bag. This bag should be emptied when it is about a...
Hot peppers mixed with diced tomatoes, garlic and onions create the spicy condiment known as salsa. Traditional recipes use relatively mild jalapeño peppers, while more intense versions add heat with fiery habanero peppers. Consuming hot...
Your sinuses, or paranasal sinuses, are hollow cavities, or spaces, around your eyes, nose and forehead. Although the exact purpose of your paranasal sinuses is unknown, states the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, sinuses help to reduce the weight of...
The American Academy of Otolaryngology says that the sinus cavity produces between 1 and 2 quarts of mucus a day. The mucus is drained down the back of the throat, going unnoticed. When a person develops excessive mucus in the sinus cavity from...
Your lymphatic system is an organized network of lymph nodes, ducts, vessels and organs that work together to produce and transport lymph through the body and into the bloodstream. Lymph is a clear to whitish fluid that contains white blood cells...
The sinuses are air-filled spaces attached to your nasal cavity. Their soft-tissue walls can easily become inflamed and irritated due to allergens, environmental factors, or the common cold. When the sinuses are irritated, they can swell and...
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