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Can my sinus drip cause an infection anywhere else in my body becuase i feel a little bit of pressure in my chest when i breathe now?

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Dr. Carol StGeorge answered

Possibly: Sinobroncial syndrome is not really and infection but irritation of the airway from drainage resulting in cough and possibly chest tightness.

Answered 1/6/2013

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A member asked:

Can my sinus drip cause an infection anywhere else in my body becuase i feel a little bit of pressure in my chest when i breathe now?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Carol StGeorge answered

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