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If i have sinusitis can i pass it on to others?
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No: Sinusitis is a bacterial infection. If it was caused by a viral upper respiratory infection (cold) then that is what would be contagious.
Answered 7/20/2012
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Not likely: Sinusitis is a bacterial infection of the sinus cavity and is not typically communicable. However, good hand washing precautions should be maintained after blowing or sneezing with a sinus infection.
Answered 5/6/2013
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