Sinus Infection
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About Sinus Infection
Sinus infection, or sinusitis, is an inflammation of the lining of your sinuses. It can cause congestion, runny nose, facial pain and fever. Most cases are caused by a virus and resolve on their own, but a small number of cases require antibiotics.
Getting help
- Help diagnose viral vs. bacterial sinusitis and treat with antibiotics if indicated
- Recommend management options
- Take your temperature
- Hop on video so we can assess your state
- Follow-up with an in-person medical assessment if your symptoms seem more severe
- Assess you properly if you are a diabetic, pregnant or have a complex medical history and thus may ask you to be seen in person assessment
What is Akira?
Akira is a mobile app that gives you instant access to a team of Canadian medical professionals experienced in digital healthcare.
Get help with many common issues without leaving home or work
Pamela is a family physician based in Toronto. She completed her residency training at the University of Toronto and has a special interest in acute ambulatory care and women's health.
Pamela is available for consultation in Korean.
Nhon is a Nurse Practitioner who completed her studies at the University of Ottawa. She has an interest in primary health care as well as women's health, specifically obstetrics.
Nhon is available for consultation in Vietnamese.
Kathryn is a Nurse Practitioner who completed her M.Sc and NP training at McMaster University. Her knowledge base is well rounded in primary health care but has a special interest in well women and infant care.
April is a Nurse Practitioner who did her studies at the University of British Columbia. She has an interest in primary health care, specifically women's health. She also enjoys providing care to remote and rural communities.
Heather is a Nurse Practitioner and alumnus of the University of Waterloo (BSc), University of Toronto (BScN) and University of Alberta (MN). She is interested in preventative medicine, women's health and mental health.
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