How do I know if I have a sinus infection?

L L CG

I had a cold last week and went to urgent care on Sunday (9 days ago).  She said I had an upper respiratory infection but maybe it was viral and would resolve on its own.  She said if I felt worse in 2-3 days to take the antibiotics she prescribed.  So, now I am still holding onto this script.

My cold went away, I think, but today I have sinus pressure again and the tops of my teeth feel very sore.  My face is sore.  I don't have a runny nose.  I used the flonase she prescribed for me but it hasn't helped the pressure.

Does this sound like a sinus infection?  How do I know when to take the antibiotics? 

s-a-r-a-h

The pain in your teeth makes me think it could be a sinus infection. I hope you feel better soon!

august8080

That's exactly what (the many) sinus infections feel like to me. PAIN is the biggest indicator--especially in your face and teeth.

Take the meds! Don't forget to take probiotics with the antibiotic, as well. 

mlf625

Take the antibiotics.  The only way to know for sure is to go to the doc, but it sounds pretty likely to me.  Get better!

BLONDIE6FT

are you doing any rinses? i use this

very easy to use and you can get it at any pharmacy.

my sinus infections always hurt my teeth--no runny nose. it sucks. hope it gets better.

BLONDIE6FT

oh and take mucinex to loosen it up, so you can actually blow something out. it's probably pretty thick.