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What Causes Colored Mucus, Nasal Congestion And Sneezing?

Three weeks ago I experienced a sudden onset of severe nasal congestion, sneezing or unrelenting need to sneeze, a lot of mucus discharge, unable to sleep laying down and occasional severe headache(2-3). I started taking Claritan daily without much resolve. The last few days I have had colored mucus. Symptoms get worse at night to the point of not getting much sleep. Can this be more than allergies?
Thu, 31 Jan 2019
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Hello

If you noticed change in color of the mucus, then underlying sinusitis/sinus infection is a concern. Allergies can contribute to sinus infection. ENT examination can confirm the diagnosis and treatment is with antibiotics (Amoxicillin). Please be advised to follow up with primary provider/ ENT specialist for necessary evaluation and management.

Meanwhile, continue Claritin and do steam inhalation twice daily.

Hope this answers your question. Please let me know if you need further clarification.

Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Colored Mucus, Nasal Congestion And Sneezing?

Hello If you noticed change in color of the mucus, then underlying sinusitis/sinus infection is a concern. Allergies can contribute to sinus infection. ENT examination can confirm the diagnosis and treatment is with antibiotics (Amoxicillin). Please be advised to follow up with primary provider/ ENT specialist for necessary evaluation and management. Meanwhile, continue Claritin and do steam inhalation twice daily. Hope this answers your question. Please let me know if you need further clarification. Regards, Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal General & Family Physician