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How do I know if I have a sinus infection?

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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? 

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  • s-a-r-a-hs-a-r-a-h member
    The pain in your teeth makes me think it could be a sinus infection. I hope you feel better soon!
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  • august8080august8080 member

    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. 

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  • mlf625mlf625
    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!
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  • BLONDIE6FTBLONDIE6FT

    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.

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  • BLONDIE6FTBLONDIE6FT
    oh and take mucinex to loosen it up, so you can actually blow something out. it's probably pretty thick.
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