Question 1

how to cure sinus congestion?

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Cure sinus congestio: Find cause, then treat the cause(s).

Question 2

whats home remady for sinus congestion?

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Try sinus rinses: It is a remedy proven effective over 100's of years.  You do need to measure the salt concentration carefully to get best results.  Neil med makes a kit (called "sinus rinse") at cvs, wal-mart, , walgreens, etc.  (i don't own stock in them or anything).

Question 3

are headache due to sinus congestion?

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Sometimes: Sometimes headaches are assiciated with sinus congestion.Also some headaches thought to be from sinuses  can  actually be migraines.

Question 4

what is a good remedy for sinus congestion?

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Diagnosis: This is a common question asked by patients.  How do you know your paranasal sinuses are congested?  Could it really be your nose is congested.  So the answer to your question is a specific diagnosis must be made.  Otc meds such as Robitussin or Mucinex (guaifenesin) my help but certainly allergy needs to be ruled out.  The gold standard to prove that you have sinusitis is a cat scan.

Question 5

what is the best remedy for sinus congestion?

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Sinus Congestion: Oral decongestants, such as pseudoephedrine, and saline nasal flushes may help relieve sinus congestion. Most of the otc antihistamines combine a decongesant, such as Allegra d, zyrtec d, and Claritin d. Prescription nasal steroid sprays work the best. Go see your primary care health provider to discuss what's best for you.

Question 6

what is the best medicine for sinus congestion and a cough?

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Sinus congestion: Best is to find out what is causing the sinus congestion.  There are several possibilities.  See your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 7

what is a good  over-the-counter sinus congestion medication?

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BOTH: Phenylephrine and Pseudoephedrine are both good otc decongestants.

Question 8

what are good sinus congestion medicines for my 3 year old son?

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Depends on cause: If this is sudden acute congestion caused by something like a cold, then Diphenhydramine (ie benadryl) would be ok for a couple of days.  May make hm drowsy, though.  If long term congestion from allergies or environmental sensitivities, there are both over-the-counter meds like children's claritan or both oral and nasal spray prescrition meds - for those, talk to your child's doctor.

Question 9

my daughter has had sever sinus congestion for 3 weeks. what can i do for her?

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Ask pediatrician: Often just have a viral upper respiratory tract infection  like the common cold, and do not require treatment. Uris are reported to be 20-200 times more common than  true bacterial sinus infection. Uris do not respond to antibiotics. If truely bacterial sinus infection may image sinuses or be on prolonged antibiotic therapy. Allergies can also contribute to sinus congestion.

Question 10

i was wondering what would be the best drink to help relieve severe sinus congestion?

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Warm tea: Warm tea is the best drink for sinus congestion.

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