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I had an mri scan and they said i have a bad sinus infection- what is best to clear this up? i always have a blocked nose

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Nasal saline: Rinse nasal passages and discuss antibiotics with your PCP. Watch for signs of fever and headache.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2019

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Ask doc : Whoever ordered the scan or your primary doc should be called. S/he may or may not have the info. At your age it is most likely an infection requiring prescribed medication.

Answered 3/13/2020

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A member asked:

I had an mri scan and they said i have a bad sinus infection- what is best to clear this up? i always have a blocked nose

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Dr. James Ferguson answered

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