Dogs can get sick, just like humans, and one of the more common ailments your beloved canine can suffer from is a sinus infection. There are many causes and just as many symptoms. Some sinus infections in dogs need to be treated with a prescription medication, under the care of a veterinarian.
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Identification
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Identifying a sinus infection in a dog may not be as easy as you think, but remembering where they have been and what they have been doing leading up to the onset of symptoms can help you identify the cause, which can be anything from swimming in a lake to pollen to a virus.
Misconceptions
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People often don't see their pets as anything but happy, loving creatures, but dogs don't always feel well. It's important to give them the care and comfort they need when they have a sinus infection.
Features
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Sinus infections in dogs are identical to those in humans. The membranes of sinus passages become inflamed and often infected, acutely or chronically.
Effects
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Sinus infections in dogs cause a wide variety of symptoms, depending on the animal and how acute the infection is. Symptoms can include sneezing, a runny nose and a general feeling of discomfort. Your dog also may feel warm to the touch or he may whine when pressure is applied to his nose or face. Most of the time, the sinus infection goes away on its own, but some dogs may need an antibiotic if the symptoms do not improve in 5 to 7 days.
Risk Factors
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Canines most at risk of a sinus infection are older dogs, those with suppressed immune systems and those who suffer from seasonal allergies. Dogs who spend a lot of time in the water also may be more prone to sinus infections.
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