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I don't have a sinus infection, but i have smelly, green mucus. what could it be?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
And your proof: That it is not an infection? Allergy, autoimmunity may cause inflammation, but green slime sounds like infection, either bacteria or fungi. Get a culture and post the proof. See an ENT doc for management, possibly including surgical exploration and drainage.
Answered 12/3/2019
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Need to see MD: Smelly green mucous may represent chronic sinus problems and you need to a physician to diagnose the condition and then treat it with appropriate mediications.
Answered 12/3/2019
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