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A member asked:

I have deviated septum with 90% blockage to the right side. why are my sinus infections on the left side?

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Sinusitis: There may be some anatomic abnormality obstructing sinus drainage on that side. Discuss this with an ENT doctor.

Answered 6/10/2014

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