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Is it possible to have viral sinusitis? viral bronchitis? i have sinusitis & bronchitis. took last dose of cipro (ciprofloxacin) & still not feeling better.

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Yes!: Absolutely yes, in fact most cases of sinusitis are more so related to allergies and viral infections which are unaffected by antibiotics. Most cases need time and supportive treatment such as cough medicines and antihistamines.

Answered 5/21/2017

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Yes: Most bronchitis is viral in nonsmokers under about 55. Vaporizer and symptomatic treatment best.

Answered 5/21/2017

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Dr. Georgia Latham answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Viral or bacterial: Sinusitis and bronchitis can be caused by viruses or bacteria. Cipro (ciprofloxacin) is an antibiotic. If your symptoms are not better, it is possible the illness is viral, but it is also possible that bacteria resistant to Cipro (ciprofloxacin) are causing the sinusitis. Another possibility is that the course of Cipro (ciprofloxacin) was not long enough. The sinuses have poor blood supply, are not well penetrated by antibiotics.

Answered 2/6/2018

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