Figure out cause: Though antibiotics can treat bacterial sinus infections. Most are caused by viruses. Frequent sinus infections may be the result of an immune system problem. Since recurrent sinus infections are uncommon, it may require the help of specialists (eg. Infectious diseases doctor, otolaryngologist, allergy/immunologist) to diagnose the underlying cause and to treat it.
Answered 1/25/2014
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Suggestions: True viral illness will resolve without treatment.A bacterial sinusitis usually follows a cold or allergy with escalating symptoms over 7-14 days or persisting more than 3-4 weeks. True recurrent bacterial infec are often associated with anatomic blockage of the sinus openings. Daily nasal steroids can be preventive. Be aggressive treating symptoms at cold onset. Vitamind to boost immune system.
Answered 12/30/2014
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