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What Causes Sinus, Sneezing And Nose Draining After Infection In Gums?
Question: I had a infection in my gums around my back wisdom tooth with a fever, I went to a clinic monday, he gave me amoxicillin (875 mg) he also said I had fluids in my ears. Yesterday my head/sinus were very clogged started sneezing & draining, today my chest is congested. I have had a fever between 99 and 101 for 4 days, it went to normal a couple times but didnt last, is this normal or any recommedations. I have had bad sinus infections in the past
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Brief Answer:
Treat infection source. Effective antibiotic?
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and I am glad to assist you. You should treat the infection around the wisdom tooth. A deep scale or an extraction are the most likely treatment options.
Have you had dental x-rays? Can you tell me more details concerning your wisdom tooth? This could be the source causing respiratory and sinus infections. You need to treat the source.
You may need a different prescription antibiotic such as Zithromax z-pac with your ear and respiratory symptoms. Antibiotics need time in your system to be effective and remember to take as directed. If symptoms not continuing to lessen after two to three full days, report your condition to the clinc and inquire about changing the medication. What antibiotics have been effective for your sinus infections in the past? Anti-inflammatory medications may offer you some relief. Benadryl is an effective antihistamine to help control you symptoms. You may, also, have a viral condition which need to run a course to clear out of your system. Again, lessen symptoms with anti-inflammatory medications such as Tylenol or Advil. These will help reduce your fever. Keep hydrated.
Thank you for your inquiry. I am available to provide additional information when you answer my questions and look forward to hearing back from you. If your symptoms worsen significantly, return to the clinic immediately.
Treat infection source. Effective antibiotic?
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and I am glad to assist you. You should treat the infection around the wisdom tooth. A deep scale or an extraction are the most likely treatment options.
Have you had dental x-rays? Can you tell me more details concerning your wisdom tooth? This could be the source causing respiratory and sinus infections. You need to treat the source.
You may need a different prescription antibiotic such as Zithromax z-pac with your ear and respiratory symptoms. Antibiotics need time in your system to be effective and remember to take as directed. If symptoms not continuing to lessen after two to three full days, report your condition to the clinc and inquire about changing the medication. What antibiotics have been effective for your sinus infections in the past? Anti-inflammatory medications may offer you some relief. Benadryl is an effective antihistamine to help control you symptoms. You may, also, have a viral condition which need to run a course to clear out of your system. Again, lessen symptoms with anti-inflammatory medications such as Tylenol or Advil. These will help reduce your fever. Keep hydrated.
Thank you for your inquiry. I am available to provide additional information when you answer my questions and look forward to hearing back from you. If your symptoms worsen significantly, return to the clinic immediately.
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
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