Question 1

i have a newborn male baby with birth weight 3.5kgs.. he is 4 weeks now has nasal congestion wght 4.8kgs.breastfeeding. is it bcoz of what i ate?

Accepted Answer

More likely irrritan: Nasal congestion at that age is most often due to exposure to fragrance, dust, smoke or other odors.This often causes swelling inside the nose & mucous buildup. Saline nose wash used in liberal amounts will often clear this up.

Question 2

i suffer from chronic nasal congestion with no relief from common medicatioins, it interferes with my sleep, what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Multiple Causes: Nasal congestion can be from many different causes - including structural problems ( deviated septum), nasal polyps, allergies, thyroid diseases. Evaluation may include getting a ct scan of one's nose and sinuses, allergy testing and blood work.

Question 3

i have nasal congestion due to a cold, how can i get relief?

Accepted Answer

Nasal congestion: Warm salt water sniffs or long hot shower
sudafed if not hypertensive
-afrin nasal spray for 3-4 days.

Question 4

for on off a year i have had nasal congestion just on the left side. nose is not runny. flonase normally gives temporary relief. flonase, sinugestic & cetric is not working the last few days after flareup. headache since last night. body temp 36.6c. ?

Accepted Answer

Sinusitis or polyp: One sided nasal congestion for longer than 3 months can indicate that there is a physical obstruction such as a polyp or a chronic inflammation such as sinusitis. it would be worthwhile to have a Dr examine your nasal passages. A GP can initiate this with a nasal speculum in their office and an ENT Dr can look further with a nasal endoscope. Treatment will depend on what they find.

Question 5

i have constant nasal congestion. i take no meds and i've tried allergy pills, neti pots, and sprays which all give temp relief, now what?

Accepted Answer

A doctor's visit: Looks like you already tried all otc remedies without symptoms relief, the next appropriate step is to come see a specialist in allergy or ent. Prolonged, untreated rhinitis can lead to more serious problems like chronic sinusitis. There are several good prescribed treatment options for your case.

Question 6

5 days ago i had nasal congestion i sprayed zicam extreme congestion relief in one nostril and it burned, i looked closer and the bottle had expired a year ago. since then i have not been able to smell or taste anything and my congestion is now gone?

Accepted Answer

: The nasal congestion could have been Covid infection which is associated with loss of smell and taste. It would be prudent to get tested for Covid at your earliest.

Question 7

nasal congestion, sneezing. taking flonase, antihistamine and pain relief. looks like a big bump blocking nasal package. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Needs evaluation: Could be a nasal polyp, cyst, or other growth. Also could be an anatomical issue like a deviated septum. Most rhinitis symptoms are bilateral, not one-sided. Likely requires further workup by either an Allergist or ENT specialist to determine cause.

Question 8

bad allergies (nasal congestion/itchy eyes/etc) with no relief from daily claritind.   what are other options? (shots? prescriptions? anything else?)

Accepted Answer

Dietary will help: Making sure to hydrate well and cutting out sugars, dairy, sodas, processed foods, desserts will reduce phlegm  production. Cut out tobacco, as that can be contributory too. There are eye drops that help reduce allergies but you must see your eye doctor first. Cool compresses are also useful over eyes.

Question 9

i have nasal congestion, runny nose  and my left ear feels plugged. i haven't had fever.what will be good to relief my plugged ear sensation?

Accepted Answer

Congestion: Hello, nasal congestion, eustachian tube blockage and runny nasal drainage may respond very well to a antihistamine decongestant combination. It sounds like an allergy induced rhinitis may be the root of the problem.

Question 10

severe sore throat from 8/25 pm. fever 102 til 8/27 pm. aches, cough, swollen throat glands. nasal congestion extreme throat pain today tips 4 relief?

Accepted Answer

Sore throat: Garggle with salt and water and a salne nasal spray with oral decongestants help the nasal congestion. If the symptoms do not get betterin a couple of days see your doctor.

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I have a newborn male baby with birth weight 3.5kgs.. he is 4 weeks now has nasal congestion wght 4.8kgs.breastfeeding. is it bcoz of what i ate?

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I suffer from chronic nasal congestion with no relief from common medicatioins, it interferes with my sleep, what can i do?

A member asked:

I have nasal congestion due to a cold, how can i get relief?

A member asked:

For on off a year i have had nasal congestion just on the left side. nose is not runny. flonase normally gives temporary relief. flonase, sinugestic & cetric is not working the last few days after flareup. headache since last night. body temp 36.6c. ?

A member asked:

I have constant nasal congestion. i take no meds and i've tried allergy pills, neti pots, and sprays which all give temp relief, now what?

A member asked:

5 days ago i had nasal congestion i sprayed zicam extreme congestion relief in one nostril and it burned, i looked closer and the bottle had expired a year ago. since then i have not been able to smell or taste anything and my congestion is now gone?

A member asked:

Nasal congestion, sneezing. taking flonase, antihistamine and pain relief. looks like a big bump blocking nasal package. what could it be?

A member asked:

Bad allergies (nasal congestion/itchy eyes/etc) with no relief from daily claritind. what are other options? (shots? prescriptions? anything else?)

A member asked:

I have nasal congestion, runny nose and my left ear feels plugged. i haven't had fever.what will be good to relief my plugged ear sensation?

A member asked:

Severe sore throat from 8/25 pm. fever 102 til 8/27 pm. aches, cough, swollen throat glands. nasal congestion extreme throat pain today tips 4 relief?

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