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Colds can lead to sinus infections when the sinuses swell up. Air, mucus, and bacteria can become trapped in the swollen sinuses and cause further infection. The main difference between a cold and a sinus infection is the duration of symptoms. Most people recover from a cold in 5 to 10 days.
- How do you know if you have a sinus infection or a cold?
- What is the fastest way to get rid of a sinus infection?
- Do sinus infections go away on their own?
- Can a cold turn into a sinus infection?
- Is mucinex good for sinus infection?
- What color is your mucus when you have a sinus infection?
- Is VapoRub good for sinus infection?
- How do I know if my sinus infection is bacterial or viral?
- What is the best over-the-counter medicine for a sinus infection?
- When should I go to the doctor for a sinus infection?
- What is the drug of choice for sinusitis?
- When does a sinus infection need antibiotics?
How do you know if you have a sinus infection or a cold?
If you have persistent facial pain, pressure or tenderness, you may have a sinus infection. What color is your discharge? If you have clear mucous, you probably have a cold. If you have yellow or green mucous, it's probably a sinus infection.
What is the fastest way to get rid of a sinus infection?
Here are the top 10 at-home treatments to help ease your sinus pain and inflammation to get rid of your sinus infection faster.
- Flush. Use a Neti pot, a therapy that uses a salt and water solution, to flush your nasal passages. ...
- Spray. ...
- Hydrate. ...
- Rest. ...
- Steam. ...
- Spice. ...
- Add humidity. ...
- OTC medication.
Do sinus infections go away on their own?
About 70 percent of sinus infections go away within two weeks without antibiotics. Consider these other forms of treatments instead of antibiotics: Decongestants. These medications are available for over-the-counter purchase.
Can a cold turn into a sinus infection?
Sometimes, a cold may cause swelling in the sinuses, hollow spaces in your skull that are connected to each other. The swelling can prevent the flow of mucus. This can lead to a sinus infection. If you have pain around your face and eyes -- and thick yellow or green mucus for more than a week -- see your doctor.
Is mucinex good for sinus infection?
Nasal irrigation and decongestants can help in the treatment of chronic sinusitis by keeping mucus loose and nasal passages clear. The mucus-thinning agent guaifenesin (Mucinex) is another option. (Be sure to drink a full glass of water when you take it.)
What color is your mucus when you have a sinus infection?
White Mucus
If a virus makes its way into your nose and into the air-filled pockets behind your forehead, cheeks and nose — called the sinuses — your nose may start to make extra mucus to clear out the virus. After a few days, it might begin to turn white.
Is VapoRub good for sinus infection?
Vicks VapoRub — a topical ointment made of ingredients including camphor, eucalyptus oil and menthol that you rub on your throat and chest — doesn't relieve nasal congestion. But the strong menthol odor of VapoRub may trick your brain, so you feel like you're breathing through an unclogged nose.
How do I know if my sinus infection is bacterial or viral?
Usually, the symptoms of a sinus infection are the same or very similar whether it's caused by bacteria or a virus. Common symptoms of either a viral or bacterial sinus infection include green or yellow mucous/discharge, bad breath, headache, and fever.
What is the best over-the-counter medicine for a sinus infection?
Sinusitis: Over-the-Counter Medicines
- Try a pain reliever such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen to relieve facial pain and headache.
- Use a decongestant nasal spray, gel, or drops (such as Claritin Allergy or Drixoral) to help a stuffy nose. ...
- Try an oral decongestant for a stuffy nose or head.
When should I go to the doctor for a sinus infection?
When to see your doctor for sinus infection
Make an appointment with your doctor if you have a fever, nasal discharge, congestion, or facial pain that lasts longer than ten days or keeps coming back.
What is the drug of choice for sinusitis?
Antimicrobial therapy is the mainstay of medical treatment in sinusitis. The choice of antibiotics depends on whether the sinusitis is acute, chronic, or recurrent. Antibiotic efficacy rates are as follows : Levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, and amoxicillin/clavulanate - Greater than 90%
When does a sinus infection need antibiotics?
Your doctor may recommend antibiotics if:
- You have symptoms of a bacterial infection and you have not gotten better after 10 days, even with home treatment.
- Your symptoms are severe, or you have other problems, such as pus forming in your sinus cavities.
- You have had sinusitis for 12 weeks or longer (chronic sinusitis).
