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Do Nasal Congestion And Mild Cough Need Medical Attention?
Question: Thank you....I have been experiencing a parched threat which become worse as day goes on. I feel like it may be due to sinus although I do not have nasal congestion. I do have some slight pressure. No discolored phlegm to speak of. I have placed a humidifier in bedroom,gargling with salt water and using a throat spray. It had been 3 days. I do have some cough especially at night possibly due to irritation ,it is nonproductive.
experienced this same type of symptom last spring and was finally diagnosed with a sinus infection. I guess my question is when or should I see a healthcare person.
experienced this same type of symptom last spring and was finally diagnosed with a sinus infection. I guess my question is when or should I see a healthcare person.
Brief Answer:
Check for nasal foul smelling discharge, headache, persistence of symptoms
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for the query,
I understand with a past history of a sinus infection, your worry on when to see a doctor is very much justified.
At this stage, I really do not think you need to see one. Keep yourself warm and be hydrated by drinking warm fluids and continue with the throat spray.
Watch out for headache, colored nasal or throat discharge, check for colored or foul smelling discharge and also if these symptoms persist or aggravate with time. If this persists for over a week, you might to see a doctor.
Thanks and kind regards as I wish you the best of health.
Please, do feel free asking any further questions in case of need.
Dr Bain
Check for nasal foul smelling discharge, headache, persistence of symptoms
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for the query,
I understand with a past history of a sinus infection, your worry on when to see a doctor is very much justified.
At this stage, I really do not think you need to see one. Keep yourself warm and be hydrated by drinking warm fluids and continue with the throat spray.
Watch out for headache, colored nasal or throat discharge, check for colored or foul smelling discharge and also if these symptoms persist or aggravate with time. If this persists for over a week, you might to see a doctor.
Thanks and kind regards as I wish you the best of health.
Please, do feel free asking any further questions in case of need.
Dr Bain
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