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does this look like a sinus infection??

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rachel65143
rachel65143

First i noticed a pain/irritation and burning a bit when i inhaled in one of my nostrils, then started to get stuffy. noticed some blood and mucus. its gotten much worse and thankfully spoke to a doctor over the phone today who said probably sinus infection and prescribed me antibiotics, which ive started. im just a little paranoid bc he didnt actually see my sinuses or anything lol and im just an anxious person. will of course keep taking the antib****iotics, just curious if these pics seem indicative of that ! ! also anyone know what the little white sore looking thing is? imageimage

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  • robyn68706
    robyn68706 rachel65143

    Posted

    ive had it for 8 months now a stinging burning feeling i use saline spray everyday! white is probsbly mucus my nose produces white mucus when infected really thick

    • Sunflower13
      Sunflower13 robyn68706

      Posted

      Hi Robyn ,

      what saline nasal spray do you use ? Hope you are feeling better .

  • helene18895
    helene18895 rachel65143

    Posted

    Yes, your sinuses are definitely inflamed that's why it's so red and the white looks like mucus. You should get you a sinus irrigating kit (Walgreens) to flush your sinuses.

  • Romal
    Romal rachel65143

    Posted

    I guess this is a dry nose issue. Those nasal turbunates gets swollen if there is less humidity.

    • Use hot mist humidifier
    • Use Sinus Neti Meds
    • For couple of days try to put 2-3 drops of Ghee ( clarified butter ) while sleeping.. You can get it in Whole Foods. Also try to rub it around inside of your nose. It helps like a charm in 2-3 days.
  • daisy4001
    daisy4001 rachel65143

    Posted

    That is one swollen inferior turbinate. I hope you're all better now.

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