Creatine and Sinus Infections: My Personal Experience

[Squatmydeadlift]

I had been using creatine as part of my fitness routine for quite some time and had never experienced any issues with it. However, at two separate instances, I began to experience symptoms that closely resembled a sinus infection. These symptoms included:

1. Congested nose
2. Headaches, particularly around the forehead and eyes
3. Fatigue
4. General discomfort
5. Facial pressure

Both times, these symptoms reminded me of previous sinus infections I had experienced, and I was puzzled that they began occurring without any obvious cause. My initial thought was that I had contracted another sinus infection, but I decided to investigate further before seeking medical attention.

The Connection to Creatine

After some online research, I found that there were a few rare cases in which people reported experiencing symptoms similar to sinus infections while using creatine. This led me to suspect that creatine might be the cause of my symptoms.

Both times, I decided to temporarily stop taking creatine, and my symptoms began to diminish quickly. After a few weeks, they had completely disappeared. This served as evidence to me that my symptoms were indeed related to the creatine supplement.

Why this occurred twice remains unclear. There is no compelling scientific evidence that creatine can directly cause sinus infections. It is possible that I am personally sensitive to creatine, or that other factors were at play in triggering this response.

Conclusion

While creatine is generally considered safe and beneficial for many people, my experience serves as a reminder that not all supplements are suitable for everyone. It is essential to listen to your body and seek professional medical advice when experiencing unusual symptoms. My personal discovery that creatine was mimicking symptoms of a sinus infection in my case was surprising, especially because it occurred on two separate occasions.

 

[stevesmi]

maybe just an allergic reaction

always check the ingredients, they probably added something else

 

[Mobster]

I had been using creatine as part of my fitness routine for quite some time and had never experienced any issues with it. However, at two separate instances, I began to experience symptoms that closely resembled a sinus infection. These symptoms included:

1. Congested nose
2. Headaches, particularly around the forehead and eyes
3. Fatigue
4. General discomfort
5. Facial pressure

Both times, these symptoms reminded me of previous sinus infections I had experienced, and I was puzzled that they began occurring without any obvious cause. My initial thought was that I had contracted another sinus infection, but I decided to investigate further before seeking medical attention.

The Connection to Creatine

After some online research, I found that there were a few rare cases in which people reported experiencing symptoms similar to sinus infections while using creatine. This led me to suspect that creatine might be the cause of my symptoms.

Both times, I decided to temporarily stop taking creatine, and my symptoms began to diminish quickly. After a few weeks, they had completely disappeared. This served as evidence to me that my symptoms were indeed related to the creatine supplement.

Why this occurred twice remains unclear. There is no compelling scientific evidence that creatine can directly cause sinus infections. It is possible that I am personally sensitive to creatine, or that other factors were at play in triggering this response.

Conclusion

While creatine is generally considered safe and beneficial for many people, my experience serves as a reminder that not all supplements are suitable for everyone. It is essential to listen to your body and seek professional medical advice when experiencing unusual symptoms. My personal discovery that creatine was mimicking symptoms of a sinus infection in my case was surprising, especially because it occurred on two separate occasions.

Here's why you are wrong and what the real issue is.

You have creatine in your body whether or not you user the supplement. Approx 120g for an average Joe. It also naturally occurs in meat (esp dark meat).

So that's the wrong part.

What you MIGHT be having issues with is the form you use. If it's ANYTHING other than pure creatine then you are almost certainly reacting to that. That includes flavors, binders, fillers and the like

 

[Squatmydeadlift]

Indeed, it's likely a rare allergic reaction, but it's still connected to creatine. I personally used Creapure creatine without any taste.

 

[Eddie Haskell]

I had been using creatine as part of my fitness routine for quite some time and had never experienced any issues with it. However, at two separate instances, I began to experience symptoms that closely resembled a sinus infection. These symptoms included:

1. Congested nose
2. Headaches, particularly around the forehead and eyes
3. Fatigue
4. General discomfort
5. Facial pressure

Both times, these symptoms reminded me of previous sinus infections I had experienced, and I was puzzled that they began occurring without any obvious cause. My initial thought was that I had contracted another sinus infection, but I decided to investigate further before seeking medical attention.

The Connection to Creatine

After some online research, I found that there were a few rare cases in which people reported experiencing symptoms similar to sinus infections while using creatine. This led me to suspect that creatine might be the cause of my symptoms.

Both times, I decided to temporarily stop taking creatine, and my symptoms began to diminish quickly. After a few weeks, they had completely disappeared. This served as evidence to me that my symptoms were indeed related to the creatine supplement.

Why this occurred twice remains unclear. There is no compelling scientific evidence that creatine can directly cause sinus infections. It is possible that I am personally sensitive to creatine, or that other factors were at play in triggering this response.

Conclusion

While creatine is generally considered safe and beneficial for many people, my experience serves as a reminder that not all supplements are suitable for everyone. It is essential to listen to your body and seek professional medical advice when experiencing unusual symptoms. My personal discovery that creatine was mimicking symptoms of a sinus infection in my case was surprising, especially because it occurred on two separate occasions.

@Squatmydeadlift thats the first time I hear of this but i did have some kidney issues with creatine a bit , high water intake is better with it

you cycling now bro?

 

[Squatmydeadlift]

No, I'm not cycling.

 

[Mobster]

Indeed, it's likely a rare allergic reaction, but it's still connected to creatine. I personally used Creapure creatine without any taste.

@Squatmydeadlift thats the first time I hear of this but i did have some kidney issues with creatine a bit , high water intake is better with it

you cycling now bro?

Doubtful. You might be confusing seeing elevated levels of CREATANINE when using it. As I'm sure you know it's a by product from CREATINE use and also elevates when we train.

Upping his water intake will make zero difference to a sinus infection

 

[Mobster]

Indeed, it's likely a rare allergic reaction, but it's still connected to creatine. I personally used Creapure creatine without any taste.

If, as you agreed with my earlier statement, you agree it's in your system and diet explain your logic.

Have a look at the label of the product (post an image) It should literally contain ONLY Creatine

 

[25homes]

maybe just an allergic reaction

always check the ingredients, they probably added something else

this right here

 

[Quadsweep]

I looked up that product and it looks like it has only creatine
but keep in mind a lot of these supplement companies lie about what's in their products

 

[BodyMonster34]

bro this simple. just stop using it and see a problem goes away

 

[JasonPriest]

have you tried another creatine brand
maybe try buying something that isn't corporate-owned

 

[MONSTRO]

I've never heard of such a thing in my life
I know with all the meat I eat I get a lot of creatine from that and I don't have allergies

 

[Vadim Fedorov]

maybe it's like a seafood allergy
and maybe because you're eating too much creatine it's giving you an allergy I have no idea
get a log up though

 

[2Thick]

a log journal would help separate what is going on
we've helped so many people with their logs already

 

[e2]

could be a coincidence or could be something related to the supplement
try an Elimination Diet go from there

 

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[Ulter]

best thing you can do is get a log up and going and post everything you're putting into your body
this includes drinks and food and supplements

 

[chesty]

yes and pictures of what you're eating and taking for supplements is important too
pictures of labels are important so we know exactly what you're taking

 

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