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Did nose piercing cause sinus infection?

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Dr. Franklyn Gergits answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Nasal piercing: Hello, it is unlikely that the act of nasal piercing caused a sinus infection. Unless your piercing tract has been giving you trouble with infection, it probably has little association with your sinus troubles.

Answered 7/6/2020

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