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I had sinusitis after months of surgery(femur fracture), and an im rod was installed. how cn someone acquired sinus? had asthma since 9, 17 now.

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Anything that causes: congestion, can lead to sinusitis. Most times it starts with a viral upper respiratory infection, or sometimes with an allergy. If the fluid sits in the sinuses, it is a good enclosed space for bacteria to grow, leading to a sinus infection(sinusitis). It is not contagious to others.

Answered 12/20/2014

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