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I have been diagnosed with sinusitus and been on amoxycillin for 10 days and augmentin for 7 days and no real effect plus nasonex spray .what would eb the next course of action ( recently diagnosed wityh covid 6 weeks ago?

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Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It is possible that your sinusitis (if that is indeed the diagnosis) is not being caused by bacteria. Alternatively you may have a resistant infection that does not respond to amoxicillin. Either way you need an appointment online or in person to confirm an accurate diagnosis and discuss next steps for treatment.

Answered 6/23/2022

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Other causes include the COVID 19 infection which is a viral infection, not treated w antibiotics. Rinsing the nasal passages prior to Nasal steroid spray is often effective. Bacterial sinusitis often requires a more lengthy course of antibiotics. Monitor temperature and facial swelling, and if this occurs, an imaging study may be helpful.

Answered 6/24/2022

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