Question 1

protonix (pantoprazole) 4 wks. still hungry -after eating stomach gurgles- bloat and belching 3 hrs after- feel better when i don't eat-get nasal congestion.. ideas?

Accepted Answer

? protonix (pantoprazole): It is a protons pump inhibitors that blocks acid production. People do have increased apetite. See a doctor for nasal congestion and breathlessness.

Question 2

at what point do you take your 6 month old to the paed for nasal congestion?its been two weeks and is becoming thicker and changing colour to greenish.  been managing with saline spray and suction . she is eating well and is still happy.

Accepted Answer

Doctor can examine: Babies ages 2-12 months can easily catch colds from other people. If there is just a runny nose, without much fussiness, without any high fever, without other worrisome symptoms, then parents can leave the nose alone. If the mucous is blocking the nose somewhat, try a few drops of saline, followed by gentle suctioning with a suction bulb. A doctor can examine, if it has been 2 weeks already.

Question 3

if eating foods with wheat gives one nasal congestion & headache & edema but celiac testing is negative, is that a wheat allergy or intolerance?

Accepted Answer

Allergy vs Intoleran: Your symptoms speak more for a food allergy

Question 4

my 3month old has a cough. when should i worry? he's exclusively breastfed, is eating well and has no fever. sometimes has nasal congestion but we suck it out with saline and the nose frida device

Accepted Answer

Doctor can check: Three months is pretty young. Babies can easily catch colds from other people. If there is just a runny nose, without much fussiness, without any high fever, without other worrisome symptoms, sometimes parents may leave the nose alone. If there is mucus in the cough and mild wheezing, or if breathing much faster than usual, a doctor might diagnose a bronchiolitis lung infection.

Question 5

how come i have constant nasal congestion?

Accepted Answer

Allergies: Spray saline into your nostrils frequently to flush out allergens and irritants. You will get the best care in a long term relationship with a provider who knows you over time. Discuss this with that provider.

Question 6

could nasal congestion in children be cured?

Accepted Answer

Cure ?????: Since the nasal passages are lined with sensitive tissue, it can and will swell in response to respiratory irritants and a variety of infectious agents. Congestion is most noticeable when infants have a small head/nose/nasal passages and are not yet mouth breathing. This improves with head growth, but any child will have recurrent  nasal congestion when conditions set it off.

Question 7

any natural remedies for nasal congestion?

Accepted Answer

Nasal congestion: Some simple home methods include steam inhalation (especially with menthol or eucalyptus oil), warm salt water nasal irrigation, standing in a hot steamy shower, and menthol throat lozenges.

Question 8

can nasal congestion make your voice hoarse?

Accepted Answer

It can be associated: Congestion can be caused by allergies or nasal infection. That process could affect the vocal cords causing swelling and hoarseness at the same time. Or drainage down the back of the throat could cause inflation of the vocal cords causing hoarseness. Or gastroesphogeal reflux could splash on the vocal cords or into the back of the nose causing both hoarseness and nasal congestion.

Question 9

what is the best allergy medicine for nasal congestion?

Accepted Answer

Pseudoephedrine: Decongestants work best for nasal congestion, and there is only one over the counter medication that works well for this problem, and that is pseudoephedrine.  This medication is only available by asking the pharmacist.  Nasal steroid sprays are the most effective medication for childhood allergies, in children over the age of 2, when medications are needed on a regular basis.

Question 10

which is better for nasal congestion astepro or flonase?

Accepted Answer

: Neither is of much use nor will either alter the course of inflammation.

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Protonix (pantoprazole) 4 wks. still hungry -after eating stomach gurgles- bloat and belching 3 hrs after- feel better when i don't eat-get nasal congestion.. ideas?

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At what point do you take your 6 month old to the paed for nasal congestion?its been two weeks and is becoming thicker and changing colour to greenish. been managing with saline spray and suction . she is eating well and is still happy.

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If eating foods with wheat gives one nasal congestion & headache & edema but celiac testing is negative, is that a wheat allergy or intolerance?

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My 3month old has a cough. when should i worry? he's exclusively breastfed, is eating well and has no fever. sometimes has nasal congestion but we suck it out with saline and the nose frida device

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How come i have constant nasal congestion?

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Could nasal congestion in children be cured?

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Any natural remedies for nasal congestion?

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Can nasal congestion make your voice hoarse?

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What is the best allergy medicine for nasal congestion?

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Which is better for nasal congestion astepro or flonase?

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