Question 1

how long does sinus infection last?

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It depends: On whether you have an acute infection or a chronic infection.  It also depends on many variables including the cause of your infection, your nasal / sinus architecture, whether you smoke, family history and other medical issues.

Question 2

how long does amniotic infection last?

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Depends: Chorioamnionitis    if   detected  and  treated  with antibiotics  may start to improve after  a  day or  two.

Question 3

how long does the mono infection last before is clearly gone?

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Mono: You may have some virus stay in your body forever.

Question 4

how long does a chest infection last?

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Days to months: Depending what type of infection it is and whether or not you receive appropriate treatment. A simple vrial infection/cold may last a few days; a wk or so for viral bronchitis and flu (cough may last 3 wks). The so called 'walking penumonia' and pertussis may linger for wks to months if not properly treated. Smokers/cystic fibrosis people may have chronic bronchitis. Consult doc. Good luck.

Question 5

how long does a pinworm infection last?

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Until treatment over: Pinworm infestations will cease after proper treatment which takes about two weeks time.

Question 6

how long does a kidney infection last?

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Kidney infection: Most kidney infections (with actual bacteria) will last until treated with antibiotics.  Irritation of the urinary tract (cystitis) may go away with time (days, avoidance of irritating soaps or bubble bath).

Question 7

how long does sinus infection symptoms last?

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7-10 days: An acute sinus infection may follow a URI and frequently lasts 7-10 days.  Often, the body's immunologic system cures itself, but if symptoms linger, than an antibiotic may be necessary. Steam inhalation, saline sprays or irrigations and decongestants are helpful, along with drinking plenty of water.

Question 8

how long does a fungal infection last given that mycoban medicine is applied?

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Miconazole: Topical antifungal used twice a day and continued for 10 days after all skin manifestations of infection have cleared is the recommended treatment.  The rapidity of clearance will obviously depend upon the severity of the condition, the organism causing it and its sensitivity to miconazole, your immune status and a variety of other variables.  Be patient.

Question 9

i'm wondering how long does an ear infection last in conjunction with a sinus infection?

Accepted Answer

Similar timing!: Your sinuses and ears are connected inside your head. So sinus congestion and stuffiness can affect the pressure in your ears. Treating sinus congestion may help overall discomfort and pain from that pressure.

Question 10

i recently recovered from covid19 now i have sinusitis but still after a 5day antibiotic treatment. how long does a sinus infection last on the average. i also have a very bad cough as well. i do have an appt with my pc dr?

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: If  sinusitis is a self- diagnosis it could be wrong 'Also antibiotics help against bacterial infection and not viral. Sounds like you have a viral one. Wait to see your MD. In the meantime use an OTC decongestant . Hope you feel better

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