What happens when sinusitis is left untreated?
Untreated sinusitis can progress along the path of chronic sinusitis. This means:
- Ear problems
- Problems with the nasal mucosa
- Weight gain
- Headache
- Memory problems
In women, untreated sinusitis can lead to blockage of the lymphatic system all over the body.
Untreated sinusitis in a Kapha imbalance can lead to a Kapha type of person with all of the symptoms described above, plus sluggishness.
Untreated sinusitis in a Vata imbalance can lead to dryness of the eyes, ears and nose. If the only cause of the sinusitis is a Vata imbalance, you may experience excessive nose bleeds.
Other consequences of a Vata imbalance dominant sinusitis:
- Lymphatic problems
- Asthma
- Ear problems
- Sinuses progressively dry out