If you have a runny or stuffed nose, do not automatically assume it is a sinus infection. Typically, home care of over the counter antihistamines, rest, hydration and cold remedies can be utilized to help your body recover. The unnecessary prescribing of antibiotics is causing bacteria to no longer respond to antibiotics, rendering them ineffective. To avoid this, allow yourself time to rest and recuperate before contacting your doctor. If necessary, your doctor can evaluate your condition and prescribe medicines to help you recover and feel better.  Seek help if you experience any of the following symptoms:   Sinus congestion that lasts for more than 10 days A fever of 102°F (38.9°C) or higher Symptoms that improve and then worse at or around the 6th day of your illness Ask your doctor for recommendations on what over the counter medicines might help to ease your symptoms. Sinus infections are often accompanied by mucus buildup and congestion, medicines that fight these symptoms can help you get relief. These medicines are available in both pill form and as a nasal spray.  Popular decongestant pills include phenylephrine (Sudafed PE) and pseudoephedrine (Sudafed). Generic versions of these medicines will work just as well as long as they contain the same ingredients. Don't use nasal sprays, such as Afrin, for more than three days unless directed — this can actually increase congestion. Painkillers (or analgesia) won't usually fight the direct cause of the sinus infection, but they can help with painful aches and sinus pressure. Always follow the directions on the label with these medications — they can be dangerous if taken in very high doses. Don't rely on OTC painkillers for more than about a week and a half without consulting with a doctor.  Ibuprofen is an especially good choice because it's also an anti-inflammatory. This means that it can reduce the swelling in the sinus passages, helping to relieve mucus buildup and pressure. Other good OTC painkillers include acetaminophen (paracetamol) and naproxen sodium. Only take recommended dosages of these medications. Overdoing it with these medications can cause serious issues, such as kidney or liver problems. Sinus infections can have a wide variety of causes. For instance, some sinus infections aren't the result of a disease, but instead a reaction to substances in the air that the sufferer is allergic to. Luckily, there are medicines available to fight allergy symptoms and make you feel better:  Most OTC medicines used for allergies belong to a type of drugs called antihistamines. Examples include diphenhydramine (Benadryl), Brompheniramine (Dimetapp), and Loratadine (Claritin). If you have a sinus infection and you haven't ever been tested for allergies, it can be a wise idea to schedule an allergy test with your doctor. This can prevent you from wasting time with solutions that don't work for you. Antibiotics are a type of medicine that kills harmful bacteria in the body. If your doctor believes that your sinus infection is caused by bacteria, she or he may prescribe you some antibiotics to fight it. Do not take antibiotics that were not prescribed for you and do not take old antibiotics that were prescribed for a different condition.  If you are given antibiotics, it is important to follow your doctor's instructions as you use it. Don't stop taking it if you feel better before you're done with the medicine — always take the full course of antibiotics. This can cause the bacteria to adapt to that antibiotic, which will keep it from working in the future. Keep in mind that the use of antibiotics to treat sinus infections is controversial among doctors, so some doctors may not be willing to prescribe them. In some cases sinusitis may be severe or chronic in nature, and not due to bacterial infection. In these cases, your doctor may prescribe you a type of medicine administered through nasal spray which includes a corticosteroid. These drugs help fight inflammation in your sinus passages, improving the flow of mucus and relieving pressure. Brands include Nasacort and Flonase.

Summary: Make an appointment with your doctor if symptoms last longer than ten days. Talk to your doctor about taking an over-the-counter (OTC) decongestant. Ask your doctor about taking OTC painkillers to help ease sinus pain. Discuss allergy medications with your doctor. Ask your doctor about antibiotics for bacterial infections. Talk to your doctor about prescription steroidal medicines for severe sinus infections.


You can use any colors you want, but darker and highly saturated colors will show up the best. This technique works best on blonde hair; markers probably aren’t the best choice if you have darker hair, but give it a try and see what results you get!  You can use a single marker color for this or dip-dye with multiple marker colors to get a rainbow effect. Washable markers are recommended, but you can try highlighters and other markers types if you want to experiment. This look usually lasts about a day. The washable markers will wash out of your hair very easily, even without shampoo. Keep this in mind throughout the day—rain and heavy humidity can cause the color to bleed, unfortunately.

Summary: Select your colors from a set of washable markers. Shampoo your hair to remove the color.


Reinstalling Windows will completely wipe out SpyHunter, as well as any other infections you might not be aware of.

Summary: Reinstall Windows if you can't get rid of SpyHunter.


If you want to part ways with your iPad so you can exchange or upgrade it for another electronic device, a trade-in program may be in sync with your plan. A number of companies allow you to trade in your iPad for credit, cash, or a new gadget.  When deciding which trade-in program is best for you, go to the websites of companies offering the trade-in program to find out how they assess devices, how they offer compensation, and if it will meet your specific requirements. Compare similar used models sold online for a ballpark figure of how much you can expect to get from these companies. If your goal is to have extra cash on hand, a trade-in program wherein you receive a gift certificate for a retailer is not ideal. However, if you simply want to get rid of your device without much ado and still get something in exchange, go for the trade-in. Apple also allows you to trade in your iPad for a gift card. Recycling can either be done online or at an Apple store. To find out more, check out this portion of Apple's website.
Summary: Consider a trade-in. Give recycling a thought.