Sports and Sinus Infections

St. Louis Today is reporting that, pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals, Ryan Franklin has been combating a sinus infection over the past week. Franklin reportedly had trouble during the Cardinals game on Saturday. He did not concede that the infection has affected his performance or had any bearing on the outcome of Saturday's game. The team's manager is planning on using an upcoming series of interleague games (exhibition games played against teams from the other baseball league that don't count towards the team's standing in their own league) to give certain players a rest.What should be taken from this is the prevalence of sinus infections and also a word of caution. A sinus infection can have broader physical effects than just a headache or runny nose, if left unchecked. Rest can be a good way to let the body use its energy to fight the infection. Not taking the potential effects of a sinus infection seriously can have repercussions. If you have been suffering from a sinus infection or are concerned you may be suffering from a sinus infection, contact our office for an appointment.