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Is it possible to have sinus infection w/out fever or discolored drainage? how would my dr. determine if it was infection or allergy-related?
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Yes: A ct scan of the sinuses might be helpful.
Answered 4/1/2019
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Yes: The most important part of treating sinus disease is to make sure your are treating the right problem. This often requires a detailed history and a thorough physical exam and even some testing. But despite that some cases are complicated and hard to discern. Yes, it is possible. Especially if there are finding of such on a ct scan.
Answered 4/1/2019
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Yes, ZNeed to be exa: Most adults don't get a fever when they have sinusitis. Children often do. Discolored drainage can be a indicator, as well as foul tasting drainage, but only sometimes. The best way to get a good diagnosis is to be examined by a doctor who can look in your nose and evaluate its condition and the condition of your sinuses. An evaluation of your pain, drainage, breathing problems, neck swelling.
Answered 7/31/2013
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