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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Cold And Blockage In Nose
Have had really bad cold over last 2wks n then about 5days ago when I blew my nose that was blocked all of sudden The mucous is horrid n smells so gross haven t been able too sleep properly Bcoz of one nostril being blocked n keep taking painkillers for pain in head face, im really concerned it s never going to go away n that it could do damage to brain if left untreated??Is this true??Help;)) Please!!
Brain damage does not usually occur as a result of sinus infections, it is a very, very rare consequence and is unlikely to happen to you.
The odor indicates that the infection is likely bacterial and you need a course of oral antibiotics.
In addition to the antibiotics the following may also help: (1)warm compresses to the face to encourage drainage (2)oral antihistamines and decongestants- these are available over the counter (3)anti inflammatory pain killers such as ibuprofen, naproxen, cataflam
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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Cold And Blockage In Nose
Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic Brain damage does not usually occur as a result of sinus infections, it is a very, very rare consequence and is unlikely to happen to you. The odor indicates that the infection is likely bacterial and you need a course of oral antibiotics. In addition to the antibiotics the following may also help: (1)warm compresses to the face to encourage drainage (2)oral antihistamines and decongestants- these are available over the counter (3)anti inflammatory pain killers such as ibuprofen, naproxen, cataflam I hope this helps