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A member asked:

Was put on 5 days prednisone 4 bronchitis/sinusitis they believe is viral. no antibiotics. safe 2 be on it w/o antibiotics? feeling 85% better already

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Dr. Rodrigo Martinez answered

Specializes in Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery

no abx likely ok: If your physician suspects a viral source to your illness, then it's perfectly reasonable to start treatment that does not include antibiotics. Good to hear you're feeling better.

Answered 10/25/2013

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