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How bad is a staph infection in your sinuis? and what other problems will it cause?

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Sinusitis: Staph is a very common pathogen in a sinus infection. Treatment is not particularly complicated for this bacteria.

Answered 3/22/2020

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Dr. Mike Bowman answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Not good, but...: Not too bad. It should be treatable. Staph as a true sinus infection is more common for people with chronic sinusitis. Staph is a frequent cause of infection in the nostril area (which isn't technically a sinus infection). See your primary for treatment, wash your hands before & after touching your nose to avoid spread. If you have a true sinusitis w/ staph, consider ENT consultation.

Answered 6/10/2014

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