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Sinus Infection
Hi doctor,
I am suffering from sinus infection from last 6 month. Previously I took himalayan septilin tablets for 45days but it were not effective then I consulted a online doctor. I took the medicines prescribed by doctor for 5 days. I felt little better but still suffering from sinus infection. Please advice what to do to get rid of sinus completely.
Symptoms - pain at nose Bridge, sneezing and headaches.
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You have Allergic rhino Sinusitis.
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since you have already completed with course of antibiotics, you can start with mucolytics and inhaled steroids to tackle allergy
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Long term sinusitis ,produces recurrent headachedand nose blocks.It is better to take a holistic approach, meaning medications and lifestyle modifications.
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medications: start topical steroids( nasal spray) fluticasone and azelastine combination spray, 2puffs on each nostril ,morning and night. x 3.mnths
T Cetrizine. 0-0-1, when symtpoms are not in control
lifestyle changes: 1) steam inhalation. twice a day. 2)double mask at the time of house work. 3) cover your ears with cotton to reduce the impact of cold, wearing home footwear ,mufflers and sweaters, room temperature control heaters 4) intake of fruit everyday. (citrus) to increase your immunity
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Dr. Baisali Sarkar
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
12 yrs exp
Kolkata
You are having sinusitis
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Tab Allegra M 1 tab ones daily at bedtime for 7 days
Duonase nasal spray 2 puff twice daily for 7 days
Avoid egg prawn brinjal ripe papaya masoor dahl cold perfume pollen dust coconut oil
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