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My sinuses are bothering me and i have post nasal drip which is making me cough a lot do i have to get antibiotics for the cough?

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Dr. Rashid Khan answered

Post nasal drip: You should consult a physician. You may be suffering from allergies and postnasal drip.. Allergy medication like antihistamine and nasal spray and neti poti sinus rinse can help. Consult a physician or an ENT specialist.

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

My sinuses are bothering me and i have post nasal drip which is making me cough a lot do i have to get antibiotics for the cough?

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Dr. Rashid Khan answered

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