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I have a sever head cold what can i take to help i have presure and bad congestion sore throat and my whole face hurts?

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Sinus infection?: Your symptoms suggest a possible sinus infection which may need an antibiotic. See a doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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