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On days like today when the mold count is at moderate or higher, is there anything extra i can take or do as my sinuses go haywire?

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Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

Try otc: antihistamines such as Zyrtec or Claritin (loratadine). Or decongestant such as Sudafed. If these don't work, it is time to see a doctor.

Answered 6/7/2016

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A member asked:

On days like today when the mold count is at moderate or higher, is there anything extra i can take or do as my sinuses go haywire?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

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