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What Causes Bright Yellow Watery Drainage From Nose Of A Child?
Question: My son has bright yellow watery drainage from his nose and says it smells real bad and can't find anything online questions not answers or what to do
Brief Answer:
saline lavage/rinse and antibiotics may be helpful
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
It is possible that there may be a bacterial or fungal infection present, causing the odor.
Bacterial infections are more common than fungal infections , fungal would be considered if there is no response to treatment of the bacterial infection.
He may need a course of antibiotics and may also want to try saline lavage/rinse as well.
Saline lavage/rinse would help to clean out the sinuses.
Saline rinse devices can be found at many pharmacies over the counter.
The antibiotics would require a prescription from his doctor.
If this is not an option at the moment then you can try the rinse only and monitor
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
saline lavage/rinse and antibiotics may be helpful
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
It is possible that there may be a bacterial or fungal infection present, causing the odor.
Bacterial infections are more common than fungal infections , fungal would be considered if there is no response to treatment of the bacterial infection.
He may need a course of antibiotics and may also want to try saline lavage/rinse as well.
Saline lavage/rinse would help to clean out the sinuses.
Saline rinse devices can be found at many pharmacies over the counter.
The antibiotics would require a prescription from his doctor.
If this is not an option at the moment then you can try the rinse only and monitor
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
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