
What Causes Productive Cough, Facial Pain And Nasal Congestion?

Z-pak alone may not be sufficient...
Detailed Answer:
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Thanks for posting the query; I will try my best to help you with this problem.
1. The symptoms described by you seem to be features of acute sinusitis with bronchitis.
2. An x-ray of the paranasal sinuses and diagnostic nasal endoscopy can help in identifying the extent of the problem.
3. Z-pack alone may not be sufficient in treating this condition. You will require a mucolytic such as bromhexine or ambroxol for relieving the sinus secretions, saline nasal spray for clearing the secretions from the nose and the sinuses and reducing the nasal congestion. Also, you need to follow the below mentioned home remedies for an early recovery:
a. Drink plenty of warm water
b. Do steam inhalation for 2-3 times a day for 2 minutes, this opens up the sinuses, reduces the throat and chest discomfort
c. Avoid chilled food and beverages/coffee/alcohol/smoking if any
4. If the symptoms persist, request your doctor for a change in the antibiotics.
Hope I have answered your query; I will be available for the follow-up queries.
Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar N.
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon

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Dr. Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty
Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist
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