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Allergic to dust. immunotherapy 10yrs ago improved athsma&sinus. now pm sinus/nasal congestion worsening. using nasonex&montelukast. ok long term?

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

No: Go back to your allergist for evaluation. Injections last for a certain period of time - not indefinitely . You want to treT the cause, not just the symptoms. Good Luck.

Dr Chiu and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/17/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See an ENT ASAP: Chronic sinusitis complications may include: meningitis, asthma, vision problems and even stroke. See an ENT for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Answered 2/18/2015

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A member asked:

Allergic to dust. immunotherapy 10yrs ago improved athsma&sinus. now pm sinus/nasal congestion worsening. using nasonex&montelukast. ok long term?

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