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I was on antibiotics for 5 day and i believe i still have a sinus infection. its almost gone but not quite. should i get another script?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Antibiotics: As your infection Is almost gone, it may resolve on its own and another script won't be necessary

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/26/2018

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A member asked:

I was on antibiotics for 5 day and i believe i still have a sinus infection. its almost gone but not quite. should i get another script?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

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