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S&S of common cold
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mild sore throat, hot dry prickly sensation in nose and throat
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S&S of sinusitis
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inflammation of mucosal lining of sinuses
malaise purulent nose discharge |
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possible causes of sinusitis
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sinus blockage, deviated septum, polups, infection
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Tx for epistaxis (nosebleed)
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sit fwd and apply direct pressure for 10-15 minutes
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epiglotitis
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more common in children
S&S include dry scratchy throat, mild fever, headache, malaise, dysphagia. |
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Tonsilitis
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usually caused by strep, staph or influenza
S&S include fever, sore throat, ear pain, and chills |
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sleep apnea
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stops breathing during sleep for 10+ seconds
treated with CPAP |
