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I had sinus congestion and yellow mucus for a week. now my mucus is red and brown with minor sinus congestion. do i need an antibiotic?

Q: i had sinus congestion and yellow mucus for a week. now my mucus is red and brown with minor sinus congestion. do i need an antibiotic?

: Abnormal colored mucus does not necessary indicate need for antibiotics. More information is needed. Consider booking a telemedicine appointment with a doctor to discuss more.

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Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

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Abnormal colored mucus does not necessary indicate need for antibiotics. More information is needed. Consider booking a telemedicine appointment with a doctor to discuss more.

Answered 6/2/2022

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A member asked:

I had sinus congestion and yellow mucus for a week. now my mucus is red and brown with minor sinus congestion. do i need an antibiotic?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

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