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My 4 yr old son was diagnosed with flu a a week ago and is now showing signs of what i believe to be a sinus infection. does he need to take any other trip to the doctor or can he be treated at home? hes having eye and tooth pain from time to time?

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That would be up to the doctor that treats him. Your assumption may be valid or not and the pain may be from retained fluid rather than a secondary infection. Flu A is well known to irritate the structures of the upper airway.

Answered 11/6/2022

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

If he is experiencing facial swelling,fever or green drainage from his nose, he may have a secondary sinus infection. Flu is also associated with congestion, and tends to improve over the course of a week. Keep your son well hydrated, use nasal saline spray and monitor temperature and breathing.

Answered 11/5/2022

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