Symptoms of a sinus infection include:
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- Nasal congestion<\/li>\n
- Nasal discharge<\/li>\n
- Toothache<\/li>\n
- Facial pain\/pressure<\/li>\n
- Fever<\/li>\n
- Fatigue<\/li>\n
- Cough<\/li>\n
- Loss of smell<\/li>\n
- Ear pressure<\/li>\n
- Hearing loss<\/li>\n
- Tinnitus<\/li>\n
- Headache<\/li>\n
- Bad breath<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What Is COVID-19?<\/h2>\n
COVID-19 is a novel version of the coronavirus that is spread through respiratory droplets or small particles. Visiting crowded places such as the Portland Airport<\/a> can put you at risk. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention<\/a>, COVID-19 has a wide variety of symptoms that range from mild to severe. Symptoms usually appear within 14 days of exposure and commonly include:<\/p>\n
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- Fever or chills<\/li>\n
- Cough<\/li>\n
- Shortness of breath\/difficulty breathing<\/li>\n
- Fatigue<\/li>\n
- Muscle aches<\/li>\n
- Headache<\/li>\n
- Loss of taste or smell<\/li>\n
- Sore throat<\/a><\/li>\n
- Congestion<\/li>\n
- Runny nose<\/li>\n
- Nausea or vomiting<\/li>\n
- Diarrhea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How to Tell the Difference<\/h2>\n
While both disorders include congestion on their list of symptoms, those with a sinus infection won\u2019t experience the other typical symptoms of COVID-19 such as body aches, nausea and shortness of breath.<\/p>\n
It is also important to note that you can have both COVID-19 and a sinus infection as they are not mutually exclusive. Remember, what sets COVID-19 apart are the additional hallmark symptoms<\/a> such as fevers, chills and a greater amount of fatigue. Loss of taste or smell, a common occurrence with COVID-19, is also rare in other types of illnesses and infections.<\/p>\n
Next Steps<\/h2>\n
If you begin to experience symptoms, the best thing you can do is to talk to a professional either in the office or through a telehealth appointment. They will work with you to determine if you should get a COVID test.<\/p>\n
To learn more about sinus infections or to schedule an appointment with an ear, nose and throat professional, contact PDX ENT today.<\/p>\n
Learn More About Sinuses<\/h2>\n
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