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Acute bronchite and sinusitis. what antibiotics are needed?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

None: Majority of seasonal bronchitis/sinusitis episodes are viral and antibiotics are not needed. Symptom control only is needed, good hydration and rest. If symptoms persist more than 10-14, even trending in the wrong direction or worsening, a bacterial suprainfection might be possible and this is when antibiotics may help.

Answered 3/3/2020

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