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18yr old male. congestion in the sinus cavities close to the cheekbones. pain on cheekbones. nostrils are clear, but i feel blockage further back when i breathe. when i breathe, i feel a burning sensation in my head. smell likes mucous. dry throat?

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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered

Psychiatry 25 years experience

Congestion: Are these chronic or brand new symtpoms? If it just started consider use of decongestant. If chronic - recommend assessment.

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