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What Causes Sore Throat And Cold Followed By Sinusitis?

developed a sore throat and cold a month ago followed by sinus infection. took antibiotics as ordered and was given a dose of solumedrol 2 weeks ago. Have continued to have a post nasal drip that is causing severe coughing. was seen this AM at an emerged , was told a severe drip and swollen uvula r/t cough. was given 1 dose dexomethazone and Rx for Zyrtec and Fluticane. Now when I cough I am getting sharp pains in my temple and occipital area of my head And a severe sensation of PINS AND NEEDLES on my upper torso and arms.???? Cause? should i go to emergency room?
Tue, 4 Jul 2017
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Hi,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I understand your concern.
Sore throat and cold following which there is development of sinusitis are caused generally due to viral infection, which might be followed by secondary bacterial infection. This would cause excess mucosal secretion and stagnation, causing such symptoms.
Symptoms what are describing are associated symptoms of sinusitis.
Kindly take the medications what has been prescribed.
Along with it, you need to do the following:
1. Salt water gargling with warm water.
2. Steam inhalation.
3. Consume medicated lozenges when necessary.
Gradually, you should be able to overcome the symptoms and be back to normal.
Hope the information provided would be helpful.
All the best.
Regards,
Dr.Ashakiran.S.,
MBBS., MD.
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What Causes Sore Throat And Cold Followed By Sinusitis?

Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I understand your concern. Sore throat and cold following which there is development of sinusitis are caused generally due to viral infection, which might be followed by secondary bacterial infection. This would cause excess mucosal secretion and stagnation, causing such symptoms. Symptoms what are describing are associated symptoms of sinusitis. Kindly take the medications what has been prescribed. Along with it, you need to do the following: 1. Salt water gargling with warm water. 2. Steam inhalation. 3. Consume medicated lozenges when necessary. Gradually, you should be able to overcome the symptoms and be back to normal. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best. Regards, Dr.Ashakiran.S., MBBS., MD.