A sinus infection is an inflammation of the tissues in your sinuses. It can cause facial pain, a stuffy or runny nose, and often a fever plus other symptoms. It’s often caused by the common cold, but other viruses, bacteria, fungi or allergies can also cause a sinus infection. Bacterial infections, viral infections, or allergies can irritate your sinuses, causing them to get blocked and filled with fluid. In turn, this can cause pressure and pain in your face, nasal congestion, or other symptoms.
Who is this right for?
Patients with a sinus infection are usually looking for relief from their symptoms, such as nasal congestion, facial pain or pressure, headache, and sinus pressure.
An online visit costs
between $0–$99
between $0–$99
Doctor On Demand is a covered benefit for over 98 million Americans. If you’re covered by your employer or insurance, then you’ll pay $0. No insurance, no problem. You can use Doctor On Demand starting at $99 per visit.
Sinus infection treatment options
Here are a few of the commonly prescribed sinusitis medications that you might receive from your doctor.
- Antibiotics, such as Augmentin and Doxycycline
- Decongestants, like pseudoephedrine or phenylephrine, which can reduce inflammation in the sinuses
- Nasal corticosteroids, such as fluticasone or mometasone, which can help relieve symptoms such as postnasal drip
- Pain relievers, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen
- Antihistamines, such as loratadine or cetirizine
What to expect
During a visit for a sinus infection, patients can expect the clinician to:
Prepare for your sinus infection visit
Getting ready for your sinus infection visit with Doctor On Demand:
- Find a comfortable and quiet space where you can speak freely about your symptoms.
- Pull all of your insurance information together (if you don’t have insurance, you can skip this step).
- Find a photo ID, like your driver’s license or passport.
- Set aside five to 10 minutes, so you can answer questions about your symptoms and health history.
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