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Science News for December 25, 2001


Steroid nasal sprays seem to speed sinusitis recovery

Researchers found that steroid nasal sprays combined with antibiotics significantly improved sinusitis symptoms and reduced recovery time. A study of 95 adults with recurrent or chronic sinusitis reported a 93% cure rate using fluticasone, compared to 74% for placebo.

SourceDuke University Medical Center·JournalJAMA·DateDec 25, 2001