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I was diagnosed with a sinus infection. i am on my last two days of augmentin875. my sinuses smell like a combination of trash, rotting meat and metal?

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Dr. John Thaler answered

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ENT: Get in right away to the ENT MD for evaluation, diagnosis and treatment. May need lavage and different antibiotic regimen. Good Luck.

Answered 3/13/2020

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A member asked:

I was diagnosed with a sinus infection. i am on my last two days of augmentin875. my sinuses smell like a combination of trash, rotting meat and metal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Thaler answered

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