Sinus Infection Treatment in Spain for Expats & Tourists
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera, MD
Licensed Physician No. 484814280 · Official Medical College of Bizkaia (Spain)
Sinus symptoms reviewed by video with a GP licensed in Spain.
Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera
Licence No. 484814280 · Urgent, non-emergency care
Common Symptoms
Sinus trouble is hard to deal with on a trip, above all when you need advice on nose sprays or antibiotics in Spain. Sinusitis may cause:
- Blocked or stuffy nose
- Pressure or pain in the face
- Headache
- Thick mucus from the nose
- Less sense of smell
- Cough from mucus running down the back of the throat
- Fever or tiredness
Pressure in the face, a blocked nose and poor sleep can spoil your trip and your daily life. Most sinus infections are caused by a virus and get better without antibiotics. A bacterial infection is more likely when symptoms last, or get worse in a typical way.
You don't have to figure this out alone
Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera is an independent, bilingual GP licensed in Spain. Book a 15-minute video consultation in English or Spanish for €50, with a private electronic prescription issued under Spanish law when clinically appropriate.
How We Treat It
The doctor will ask how long you have had symptoms and how bad they are. He asks about fever, mucus and pain in the face, and whether you got better and then worse. He also asks about your health history and what you have tried. Treatment may include:
- Advice to ease your symptoms while you get better
- Advice on salt-water nose rinses and other suitable treatments
- A check for a cold or an allergy as the cause
- Antibiotics when a bacterial infection is clinically likely
- A follow-up or referral when symptoms are severe, last long, keep coming back or are unusual
A bacterial sinus infection is usually considered when symptoms last at least 10 days without getting better, or get worse after first getting better. Antibiotics are not the right choice for a short, simple viral infection.
Clinical Evaluation & Evidence-Based Protocol for Sinus Infection Treatment
During a telemedicine consultation with Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera (licensed medical practitioner No. 484814280 at the Official Medical College of Bizkaia), clinical evaluation adheres strictly to evidence-based medical (EBM) standards. The doctor conducts a thorough history, evaluating symptom duration, aggravating factors, prior treatments, and drug allergies to establish an accurate differential diagnosis.
Private Electronic Prescriptions (Receta Médica) Issued Under Spanish Law
When clinically indicated, Dr. Yelamo issues a private electronic prescription (Receta Médica Electrónica Privada) under Spanish law. The digital prescription contains a secure QR verification code accepted at all 22,000+ registered community pharmacies across Spain for immediate medication dispensing.
Itemized Invoices for Travel & Private Health Insurance Reimbursement
After your consultation, you receive an official medical report and an itemized invoice. The invoice shows Dr. Yelamo's licence details and tax ID. You can send it to your travel or private health insurer (such as Bupa, Allianz, Cigna, AXA or a US travel policy) to claim the cost back.
Preparing for Your Online Medical Consultation
Before your appointment, note when your symptoms started and any medicines you have already tried. Have your allergies and your usual prescriptions to hand. For a skin, rash or eye problem, sit in a well-lit room so the doctor can see it clearly.
Clinical Follow-Up & When In-Person Urgencias Are Necessary
Video care works well for common infections, mild sudden symptoms, skin rashes and repeat prescriptions. Some warning signs need emergency care in person: severe shortness of breath, a high fever you cannot bring down, chest pain or a stiff neck. If you have any of them, call 112 in Spain straight away.
When to Seek Immediate In-Person Care
Seek urgent medical attention if you have:
- Swelling or redness around the eye
- Vision changes or double vision
- Severe headache unlike your usual headaches
- Stiff neck, confusion, or being very drowsy
- Severe swelling of the face
- High fever that does not go away, or getting worse fast
- Severe symptoms when your immune system is weak
Frequently asked questions
Does sinusitis always require antibiotics?
No. Most sinus infections are caused by a virus. Antibiotics may be considered when symptoms last at least 10 days without getting better, or get worse after first getting better.
Can sinusitis be diagnosed online?
Yes, many simple cases can be assessed by video. The doctor looks at how long symptoms have lasted, how they changed, how bad they are and what else you feel. You need an in-person exam if a complication or another cause is suspected.
What if my symptoms improve and then suddenly worsen?
If you got better and then your blocked nose, fever, face pain or mucus got worse again, it may be a bacterial infection. A doctor should check it.
Online consultations are for urgent, non-emergency care. In a medical emergency call 112 immediately or go to your nearest emergency department.
Every day · 07:30–20:30One named doctor, from first call to follow-up
Book a secure 15-minute video consultation with Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera for €50. Appointments every day, 07:30–20:30 (Spain time). For urgent, non-emergency care; in an emergency, call 112.
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