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Sinus infection.(Pediatric Advisor 2007)(Disease/Disorder overview)
- Article from:
- Clinical Reference Systems
- Article date:
- May 31, 2007
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What is a sinus infection?
A sinus infection is a bacterial infection of one of the sinuses that normally drain into the nose. Congestion in a sinus commonly occurs when one of the sinus openings becomes blocked from a cold or hay fever. Sinus congestion usually goes away on its own without becoming an infection. If bacteria multiply within the sinus, a sinus infection can occur. The main symptom is facial pain. Other symptoms of a sinus infection are:
* swelling of the skin over the sinus
* fever that begins 3 or more days after your child gets a cold
* sinus pain
* yellow/green nasal discharge lasting more than 14 days.
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