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It is difficult to differentiate between bacterial and viral causes of acute sinusitis. And there is no simple diagnostic test. Clinical criteria of diagnosing bacterial sinusitis: Symptoms lasting 7 days or more Purulent nasal secretion Maxillary/tooth pain Sinus radiology is … Continue reading →

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It is difficult to differentiate between bacterial and viral causes of acute sinusitis. And there is no simple diagnostic test.

Clinical criteria of diagnosing bacterial sinusitis:

  • Symptoms lasting 7 days or more
  • Purulent nasal secretion
  • Maxillary/tooth pain

Sinus radiology is not recommended in uncomplicated sinusitis.

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