Coughs and Colds

These symptoms most commonly result from a viral or bacterial infection or allergy. If you have symptoms that specifically suggest a bacterial infection ("acute sinusitis"), then it is important for you to see your doctor for an evaluation so that you can receive appropriate treatment.

Symptoms that would suggest a bacterial sinus infection include:

• headache

• fever

• pus (murky or opaque fluid that is yellow, green, or brown) in the nose instead of clear mucus

• a toothache in your upper set of teeth

• tenderness of your face around the sinus areas (brow, nose, and cheeks)

• a lump (that could be an enlarged lymph node) in your neck or near your ear.

Do you have one or more of the symptoms from this list?

Yes, I have one or more of these symptoms.

No, I do not have any of these symptoms.