Cold or Sinus Infection - Decode Your Symptoms
NEW MEDICAL CENTRE
Colds and sinus infections can feel similar at first, but there are key differences to watch for:
● Duration –Acommon cold usually clears up within 7-10 days. If your symptoms persist beyond 10 days or worsen after initially improving, it might be a sinus infection.
● Facial Discomfort – Sinus
infections often cause intense pressure or pain around your eyes, forehead, cheeks, and even upper teeth — something a cold rarely does.
● Nasal Discharge – While colds produce clear or slightly cloudy mucus, sinus infections usually cause thick, yellowish or green mucus.