But if  you have a cold or suffer an allergy attack, your sinuses become inflamed, the available space in your head gets smaller and the mucus is unable to drain properly and you are now suffering sinus congestion.

So when does sinus congestion become sinusitis?
Well, diagnosis of sinusitis is generally is based on a physical examination and your symptoms. Your doctor may even suggest an x-ray of your sinuses or take a sample of your nasal discharge to test for bacteria. But the generally the symptoms of sinusitis include
Pain and/or pressure behind the upper face
Nasal obstruction or excessive discharge

You may experience a diminished sense of smell. Develop a fever, experience bad breath, become easily fatigued and suffer toothache.

Believe me sinusitis is rubbish, or pants as my granddaughter might say. But you can do things to combat it, without steroids or antibiotics. Have a look around the blog, I personally found long term relief using a plant extract remedy (I can’t use the cure word, I think you are supposed to die without it coming back to be cured) When time allows I’ll put a review up for this product, until then you can read more here. Sinusdoctor. But that is just one solution,  it worked for me, have a look around and if what you are looking for is not here yet bookmark us and come back or better still take the rss feed. You can get relief from sinusitis and sinus congestion naturally.