A member asked:

How long will my sinus infection last? i have no pain i just can't breathe in or out of my nose. this is the 8th day already.

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Sinusitis: A sinusitis can last from 1-2 weeks. Most are viral - meaning antibiotics do nothing and they go away on their own with decongestants and anti-inflammatories (ibprofen). If symptoms are lasting more than 10-14 days then we consider a bacterial cause and antibiotics may be appropriate. I'd start w/ decongestants, neti pot and Ibuprofen first and give it a couple of days.

Answered 6/25/2014

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