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sinus issues

I was diagnosed with a sinus infection 4 days ago. I am on a hefty dose of amoxicillan. Since then I have gotten a sore throat and my ear pain is worse. 2 days ago I had several bloody noses. I havnt had one since but, every time i blow my nose there is blood in the mucus. could you tell me why theres alot of blood in the mucus every time i blow my nose? and also some soultion to the ear pain. I am also taking sudafed and motrin.
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It sounds like maybe the antibiotic is not really working for this infection and you need to be on a different one.  Usually an increase of symptoms after 3 days means that the antibioitic is not working.  Try calling your doctor's office to see if they can change your treatment without you coming in.  

I have the bloody muscus frequently with sinus infections.  That is part of the reason it is important to treat them.  I think it is pretty normal.

Take care and feel better.
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Olive oil has some anti-imflamatory properties.  My Grandma used to put three or four drops in my ear.  Also, you can place a warm wet wash cloth in a zip lock bag and place it over the ear that's hurting.  Make sure its not too hot.  You can use a heating pad for the same thing but the moist heat works better.  I think.  Once your doctor's office is open, give them a call and talk to the nurse.  She might call you in a different antibiotic.
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