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A member asked:
Do i need antibiotics for sinusitis? been 8 days, mucus is clear and no fever, still congestion and post nasal drip. facial and eye pain on one side. should i take antibiotics?
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From you descriptions it appears to be a viral infection and antibiotics would not help. You may try vapor/stream inhalation to help in clearing the secretions.
Answered 7/3/2022
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