Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
What Causes Dry Eyes, Runny Nose And Slight Headache?
Question: looking for second opinion...went to gp for what she feels was possibly a sinus infection. Fullness in nose, breathing ok, dry eyes, frequent runny nose, mostly clear. A low grade headache between eyes and nose sometimes up in forehead. Treated with antibiotics that did very little. The following blood work was out of range:
Ferretin 440 (range 200-400)
ESR 21 (<21)
WBC 12.4 (range 4-11)
Neutrophils 9.12 (range 1.90-7.50)
Is this consistent with a chronic sinus infection? If so, what would be suggested treatment protocol for next step? Thank you.
Ferretin 440 (range 200-400)
ESR 21 (<21)
WBC 12.4 (range 4-11)
Neutrophils 9.12 (range 1.90-7.50)
Is this consistent with a chronic sinus infection? If so, what would be suggested treatment protocol for next step? Thank you.
Brief Answer:
Needs interventions.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HCM.
I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.
I see similar cases amongst young people who visit my clinic. As per your details, you have got sinusitis ( symptoms and cell counts suggestive of sinusitis ). you have missed giving details of duration.
I suggest you to consult an ent surgeon, get detailed ent examination, if possible diagnostic endoscopy to rule out pus in sinus openings, ct paranasal sinus to get anatomical obstructions and disease( sinusitis) extent.
As such augmentin best works for sinusitis. in case of resistent infection and chronic duration, needs interventions.
I advise you to stop all the medication, till you evaluate.
Hope this answers your question, if you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Wishing you good health.
Needs interventions.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HCM.
I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.
I see similar cases amongst young people who visit my clinic. As per your details, you have got sinusitis ( symptoms and cell counts suggestive of sinusitis ). you have missed giving details of duration.
I suggest you to consult an ent surgeon, get detailed ent examination, if possible diagnostic endoscopy to rule out pus in sinus openings, ct paranasal sinus to get anatomical obstructions and disease( sinusitis) extent.
As such augmentin best works for sinusitis. in case of resistent infection and chronic duration, needs interventions.
I advise you to stop all the medication, till you evaluate.
Hope this answers your question, if you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Wishing you good health.
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
