Question 1

i'm currently on treatment for pcos and have been getting my period consistently. this month, i had to take antibiotics for a sinus infection and now my period started 4 days late, is light & painful. should i be concerned?

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PCOS ?'s: "Treatment for PCOS" is generally done via oral bcps.  Antibiotics can reduce the absorption of the hormones in the bcps, causing withdrawal bleeding from formally ingested oral bcp's.  It is unlikely, but possible for spontaneous ovulation to take place, so pregnancy is "possible" even with PCOS. Obtain a serum HCG test to be certain about pregnancy.

Question 2

i took plan b tues. morning& i have a sinus infection so i need to take antibiotics can i take them or will is cause plan b to be unaffective.how soon?

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Usually yes.: Depending upon the particular antibiotic there may be some questionable interference but generally this will not be a problem.

Question 3

can you tell me how long it should take antibiotics to get rid of a chronic sinus infection?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Sinus infections can be persistent. I would recommend you have a culture and sensitivity done so the correct antibiotics can be used. Depending on what bacteria are involved, a single or multiple antibiotics may be needed. 10 days to perhaps a month is the range.

Question 4

my daughter had been in excruciating pain for 2 days. the urgent care dr said it was a bad sinus infection. the pain is in her head and ears. she is taking percoset for the pain, nasal spray with a steroid and antibiotcs. the persoset does not take any of

Accepted Answer

If : If her pain is persisting even with pain medication, then she needs to go back to her primary for a follow up and a change in medication. By the date of this post almost a week has passed, so hopefully she is better by now, so for you and anyone reading this post no one should ever have to deal with excrutiating pain, especially because it can mean something more serious is going on. Always seek medical help in situations like this.

Question 5

please tell me what anti-biotics are recommended for a sinus infection?

Accepted Answer

Depends on extent: A true sinus infection should be treated with a quinolone antibiotic such as Avelox or levaquin (levofloxacin).

Question 6

i was given antibotoics for a sinus infection. i just took my last dose of the z pak (azithromycin) today. when i use the restroom, my pee is burning and i'm pmsing.

Accepted Answer

Burning urine: This is typical of a urinary tract infection.You may have developed a yeast infection as a result of taking the antibiotic.Return to your doctor if these symptoms persist.

Question 7

my left ear feels like it is clogged how can i relieve this? i went to the doctor on monday and he treated me for a sinus infection. he gave me anti-biotics and nasal spray. i seem to be doing better except for my left ear feels like it is clogged and whe

Accepted Answer

This : This is likely due to eustachian tube problems caused by the sinus infection.  The antibiotics will clear the infection and help with the inflammation.  The nasal spray is possible a steroid spray to decrease inflammation, or a decongestant to decrease edema.  The positional component to the symptoms could be due to mucous in the middle ear.  Sometimes ear symptoms take a while to clear even after the sinus issues are over.

Question 8

is it possible for me to get rid of a sinus infection without antibiotcs ?

Accepted Answer

It depends: That depends on whether you have a sinus infection or a cold.  How long have you had symptoms?  Most sinus infections are caused by colds.  A cold is a viral infection, and antibiotics won't help.  A sinus infection is a complication of a cold, and generally takes 10 to 14 days to develop.  Don't wait longer than 3 weeks for an antibiotic, and seek help immediately for neckstiffness, eye swelling.

Question 9

my current anti-biotic (cipro) not working for sinus infection. what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Good drug: It may not be long enough sinus infections require at least 10 days of antibiotic often you see no change for at least 3 days. If this continues see your doctor to change the antibiotic. Unless you are penicillin allergic augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) works well

Question 10

what urgent signs should i be aware of -being agressively treated  sphenoid/maxilary sinus infection?  using oral +inhalled steroid, antibiot, decongest

Accepted Answer

Nose bleeds: Overuse of decongestants can dry your mucosa out and your mouth would be dry.
Overuse of steroid nasal sprays can cause nosebleeds.
Overuse of antibiotic can cause resistance to bacteria.
Everything in moderation.
In the right combination and amount it can be very effective.

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I'm currently on treatment for pcos and have been getting my period consistently. this month, i had to take antibiotics for a sinus infection and now my period started 4 days late, is light & painful. should i be concerned?

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I took plan b tues. morning& i have a sinus infection so i need to take antibiotics can i take them or will is cause plan b to be unaffective.how soon?

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Can you tell me how long it should take antibiotics to get rid of a chronic sinus infection?

A member asked:

My daughter had been in excruciating pain for 2 days. the urgent care dr said it was a bad sinus infection. the pain is in her head and ears. she is taking percoset for the pain, nasal spray with a steroid and antibiotcs. the persoset does not take any of

A member asked:

Please tell me what anti-biotics are recommended for a sinus infection?

A member asked:

I was given antibotoics for a sinus infection. i just took my last dose of the z pak (azithromycin) today. when i use the restroom, my pee is burning and i'm pmsing.

A member asked:

My left ear feels like it is clogged how can i relieve this? i went to the doctor on monday and he treated me for a sinus infection. he gave me anti-biotics and nasal spray. i seem to be doing better except for my left ear feels like it is clogged and whe

A member asked:

Is it possible for me to get rid of a sinus infection without antibiotcs ?

A member asked:

My current anti-biotic (cipro) not working for sinus infection. what do i do?

A member asked:

What urgent signs should i be aware of -being agressively treated sphenoid/maxilary sinus infection? using oral +inhalled steroid, antibiot, decongest

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