Sinus Infection Treatment at AFC Urgent Care Aberdeen

Sinus Infection Treatment in Aberdeen, NJ

As winter progresses and you battle Colds, Congestion and Allergy Symptoms, you become more vulnerable to a sinus infection. A sinus infection forms after fluid is trapped in the sinuses, air pockets located behind your eyes and around your nasal cavity, often after you are done with a cold or allergic reaction.

Types of Sinus Infections

There are two main types of sinus infections: acute and chronic. Determining which type you have will determine treatment.

• Acute sinusitis lasts less than four weeks and stems directly from a respiratory illness, typically a cold or cough that results in congestion.
• Chronic sinusitis occurs when an infection lasts for over eight weeks or you experience more than four sinus infections per year.

Symptoms of a Sinus Infection

A sinus infection can exhibit some or all of the following symptoms:

• Runny or stuffed nose
• Headache
• Fever
• Pressure or pain on the face
• Postnasal drip
• Exhaustion
• Loss of smell

Treating a Sinus Infection

Treatment options vary based on how much the infection has progressed and your age. If your sinuses are being clogged by a bacterial infection, your doctor will prescribe antibiotics in order to fight it. If it is a weaker infection, your doctor will suggest using either decongestants, ibuprofen, nasal sprays, vaporizers and humidifiers to reduce swelling and pain.

Sinus Infection Diagnosis & Treatment in Aberdeen, NJ

If you are exhibiting symptoms of a sinus infection, visit AFC Urgent Care Aberdeen for Walk-In Diagnosis And Treatment. Open extended hours seven days a week, our providers will be able to get you the care you need to get back on your feet in no time! For questions, please call (732) 583-5100.

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