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What Could Sinus Infection At Night Suggest?
I've recently had a bad sinus infection - but have been clear of most symptoms for about a 10 days. Beginning 2 days ago, I've been experiencing airway constriction that has led to difficulty sleeping and apnea-like reactions. This came on suddenly and usually only bothers me at night. However, now on day 3 of this, I'm started to get concerned.
Fri, 27 Nov 2015
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of sinus infection at night which are pointing towards condition called sinusitis. I would suggest you to take steam 2-3 times a day to relieve congestion, drink plenty of fluid , give hot compresses to face ,do warm saline gargles and if you are allergic to penicillin then you can opt for amoxicillin (under expert advice) . You can also take ibuprofen (if not allergic) or acetaminophen for pain and swelling. For allergy take over the counter antihistamine drug like benadryl. Consult ENT specialist (ear, nose ,throat) for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may order blood test or X-ray. He/ she may prescribe antibiotics course nasal corticosteroids , antihistamines and decongestant (oxymetazolin).
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of sinus infection at night which are pointing towards condition called sinusitis. I would suggest you to take steam 2-3 times a day to relieve congestion, drink plenty of fluid , give hot compresses to face ,do warm saline gargles and if you are allergic to penicillin then you can opt for amoxicillin (under expert advice) . You can also take ibuprofen (if not allergic) or acetaminophen for pain and swelling. For allergy take over the counter antihistamine drug like benadryl. Consult ENT specialist (ear, nose ,throat) for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may order blood test or X-ray. He/ she may prescribe antibiotics course nasal corticosteroids , antihistamines and decongestant (oxymetazolin).
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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