Can a cold last for weeks?
This is a common question for us at Fremont Ear Nose & Throat during this time of year. Common colds and flu affect most of us at one time or another each winter. These illnesses cause sinus pressure and pain, nasal congestion, nasal discharge, cough, and sore throats. Symptoms from cold viruses or the flu virus should resolve within 10 days or less. If they don’t, then 70% of the time persistence of these symptoms indicate a sinus infection.
For help with your sinus problems, call 307-335-7555.
When cold symptoms improve for a couple of days then get worse again this also indicates that the patient is likely to have a sinus infection. Frequent or chronic sinusitis is the second most common cause for a doctor’s visit in the United Sates each year.
Treatment for Children and Adults
Our practice specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of sinusitis in adults and children. We offer complete evaluations for all causes of these symptoms, including allergy, and we pride ourselves in providing each patient with a detailed evaluation that is carefully explained to them and a treatment plan tailored to their specific needs.
The majority of our patients can be helped with medical and allergy treatments, but some patients’ problems only improve with surgery. Dr. Merritt has a career-long interest and specialization in minimally invasive endoscopic sinus surgeries and treats his patients using the latest surgical technologies. Minimally invasive surgeries offer patients the potential for quick recoveries and the preservation of all normal nasal tissues.
We enjoy seeing our patients get better!
Schedule an Appointment
For an appointment call, 307-335-7555.
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Kendra Fauque, Medical Assistant; Nancy Brewster, PA-C; W. Davis Merritt, MD; Pat McGavran, Office Assistant; Rebecca Price, Audiologist; Allyson Ulrich, Office Manager.
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