Question

A 63-year-old with suspected bacterial sinusitis has 4 days of symptoms; afebrile; purulent rhinorrhea improved today. What is the best approach using ID principles from current US practice?

Accepted Answer

Watchful waiting with symptomatic care

Answer

Immediate high-dose amoxicillin-clavulanate

Answer

Levofloxacin for 10 days

Answer

Azithromycin for 5 days

Answer

Oral steroids only

Practice question

A 63-year-old with suspected bacterial sinusitis has 4 days of symptoms; afebrile; purulent rhinorrhea improved today. What is the best approach using ID principles from current US practice?