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Common signs and symptoms of a sinus infection include watery eyes, a stuffy nose, sneezing, nasal discharge which can be cloudy, green, or yellow, pain, swelling or redness around the eyes, high fever, confusion, and double vision or other vision changes.
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Treatment should be aimed at improving symptoms, such as getting plenty of rest, staying hydrated, and rinsing out the sinuses with saline irrigation.
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Watery eyes , a stuffy nose, sneezing : How long these symptoms last can be a clue to what’s causing your congestion. Is it a cold or a sinus infection ?
If it’s a cold virus, you may find yourself close to a tissue box for several days.
Is It a Cold or a Sinus Infection? Symptoms & Treatments - WebMD
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When you have a sinus infection, you may need to blow your nose often because of nasal discharge , which can be cloudy, green, or yellow. This discharge comes from your infected sinuses and drains into your nasal passages.
The discharge may also bypass your nose and drain down the back of your throat.
9 Symptoms of a Sinus Infection and When to See a Doctor - Healthline
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Common signs and symptoms of sinusitis include:
Your healthcare provider will ask you a lot of questions in order to develop a detailed medical history and find out about your symptoms. They will also do a physical examination. During the exam, your care provider will check your ears, nose and throat
Sinus Infection (Sinusitis): Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
clevelandclinic.org
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Trying to decide if you have a cold or a sinus infection can be tricky, but there are clues to help you tell the difference. Consider four questions to help you tell the difference: how long you have had symptoms, what color your discharge is, and if you have bad breath. Treatment for both illnesses should be aimed at improving symptoms, but it is important to get plenty of rest, stay hydrated, and rinse out your sinuses with saline irrigation to ease symptoms.
How to Tell If Your Cold is Actually a Sinus Infection
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