Late Sunday evening December 23, 1888, Vincent Van Gogh, then 35 years old, cut. off the lower half of his left ear and took it. to a brothel, where he asked for a prostitute. named Rachel and handed the ear to her, asking her to keep this object carefully.. How is this extraordinary event to be ac-.
People with sinusitis due to the common cold or other causes are often prescribed antibiotics. In fact, sinusitis accounts for 15 to 21 percent of all antibiotic prescriptions written for adults in outpatient care. But most of them probably donât need the drugs. 1  Hereâs why: 2  They seldom help. Sinusitis usually stems from a viral infection, not a bacterial oneâand antibiotics donât work against viruses. Even when bacteria are responsible, infections usually clear up on their own within a week.
Many do not understand the nature of their illness or what produces their symptoms. Consequently, before visiting a physician, they seek relief for their nasal and sinus discomfort by taking non-prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medications. What Is The Role Of OTC Medication For Sinus Pain? There are many different OTC medications available to relieve the common complaints of sinus pain and pressure, allergy problems, and nasal congestion. Most of these medications are combination products that associate either a pain reliever such as acetaminophen with a decongestant or an antihistamine. Knowledge of these products and of the probable cause of symptoms will help the consumer to decide which product is best suited to relieve the common symptoms associated with nasal or sinus inflammation. OTC nasal medications are designed to reduce symptoms produced by the inflammation of nasal membranes and sinuses. The goals of OTC medications are to: (1) reopen to nasal passages; (2) reduce nasal congestion; (3) relieve pain and pressure symptoms; and (4) reduce potential for ...