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Whats the best way to get a rid of a sinus infection without going to the doctor. is a sinus infection contagious also?

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Depends: Most "sinus infections" are actually viral upper respiratory infections that require time to heal. Acute bacterial sinusitis can be cured spontaneously but a doctor's diagnosis and antibiotics will hasten the cure.

Answered 3/22/2020

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Whats the best way to get a rid of a sinus infection without going to the doctor. is a sinus infection contagious also?

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