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My sinuses are bothering me and i have post nasal drip which is making me cough a lot should i seek antibiotics from a doctor?

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No: Oddly enough, it may be your diet, particularly all the sweet "junk" that most people are taking.

Answered 4/2/2013

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Dr. Michael Zacharisen answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Maybe: Antibiotics should be reserved for those with bacterial infection. Post nasal drip is one symptom of sinus infection. Other symptoms are headache/pressure in the face/cheek bones especially with leaning forward, cough, bad breath, discolored nasal discharge and sometimes tooth pain. When these symptoms persist beyond 2 weeks, sinus infection is likely. Allergies cause ongoing post nasal drip too.

Answered 12/9/2013

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