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Mrsa sinus infxn. did x30 days tmp/smx bid. + vanc nasneb tx bid. rechecked-now thick brown stained ropey mucous. new culture + fungal.on right track?
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Nasal irrigation: The fungus in the culture may indicate fungal overgrowth from antibiotic treatment and nasal steroids. I would stop these for now and do some nasal salt rinses. If not clearing, suggest seeing an ENT.
Answered 10/23/2017
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