Question 1

how can i treat a fungal sinus infection?

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Need a doctor: Your question is too complex for answer here, and the answer depends on many details that we don't have.  You should see your doctor, or an ENT surgeon, or an infectious disease specialist.

Question 2

what should i do about a chronic sinus infection?

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Sinusitis: See an allergist or ent, your problem needs to be worked up, by e.g. Rhinoscope, ct scan and allergy testing to determine why it has become chronic.

Question 3

how can i tell if a young child has a sinus infection?

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Obvious: Runny purulent nasal discharge, possiby headache, feeling lousy, possible fever. In very young children the sinuses are not yet developed.

Question 4

if i have a  sinus infection am i contagious to others?

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No: A sinus infection is a localized infection of the sinus cavities/passages.  It is bacterial.  There is usually no way to spread this to another person.  Nothing is absolute but in generally my answer is no.

Question 5

how can i tell if my 11 month old has a sinus infection?

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Uncommon: It is really uncommon for an 11 month old infant to have a sinus infections.  What kinds of symptoms is your child having?

Question 6

do you think i should go to school with a sinus infection?

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Up to you: There is no medical reason not to go but, if you won't be able to pay attention due to the pain or, if you're blowing your nose frequently, you may  be a distraction to others.  Consider 1-2 days off until you feel better.

Question 7

i have a sinus infection, what foods should i stay away from?

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Eat a well: balanced diet.  There are no foods you need to avoid.

Question 8

why do i smell something rotten when i have a sinus infection?

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Strep and Staf: The bacteria that are the usual causes these infections are enteric bacteria.The smell you smell is the byproducts from the breakdown of  tissue in your body.Mainly the rotten smell comes from the sulpher residues in protein.

Question 9

is there anything i can take for sinus infection during pregnacy?

Accepted Answer

Sinus - Pregnancy: Usually obs allow some antibiotics and nasal sprays. Some allow decongestants. Check with them and see an ENT specialist if you don't get better.

Question 10

how long will i be contagious for with a sinus infection or cold?

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There is difference: Most people do not transmit sinus infections; most clinicians agree that except for rare instances, sinus infections are not contagious expect in rare cases.
A person infected with a cold virus may be contagious for two to three days before any symptoms appear and remain so until he or she doesn't show any symptoms. This is a period of up to two weeks or so.

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