Question 1

i constantly sneeze in the summer and have a runny nose?

Accepted Answer

Likely allergies: It sounds like you have summer time allergies. See you GP for confirmation of diagnosis and recommendations on best medication you can take to help your symptoms.

Question 2

been having runny nose on & off-alot-since summer. is this normal? i don't have allergies. it doesn't come when it's only cold, or only hot. randomly

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Nasal inflammation: bilateral clear nasal discharge without fever congestion sinus pressure  abnormalities of smell ear symptoms otherwise healthy would either be allergy most commonly or atopic rhinitis aka vasomotor rhinitis. try topical inhaled OTC nasal steroid first.consider ipatropium bromide RX next.nasal rinse with nacl,baking soda baby shampoo often helps

Question 3

is it ok for my 3 yr old to have ice blocks in the middle of summer when she has a common cold runny nose and sneezing?

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Ice block: Yes she can play with an ice block.Her running nose and sneezing may be an actual allergy.If symptoms continue try an antihistamine like claritin (loratadine).

Question 4

child with runny nose help?

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Rest and fluids: Sounds sick.  I don't know the age of the child, but in general kids get sick.  If the child is generally healthy, just rest, drink fluids and blow nose.  If child gets a fever (over 101') then call the pediatrician.  Also call the child's dr. If kid becomes very lethargic or if you are worried.  With kids we err on the side of safety.

Question 5

how can i cure a runny nose?

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Depends on cause: There are many causes of runny nose. Most commonly: allergic rhinitis and vasomotor rhinitis. More unusual and rare causes include spinal fluid leakage in someone who has had nasal surgery. First the cause should be identified by an allergist. If allergic in nature, there are a medications and immunotherapy, for vasomotor there are also medications and possible experimental surgery that can help.

Question 6

how to stop a bad runny nose?

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Depends.: First you need to find out what is causing it.  If it is from an allergic condition as in hay fever, antihistamine may help. If this is a persistent and bothersome issue, see an allergist.

Question 7

what could cause a runny nose?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Viral infection, allergy, non-allergic rhinitis, vaso-motor rhinitis, rhino-sinusitis, nasal polyps, tumor, fungal infection.  Obviously, without a competent physician looking at your nasal structures, or using an endoscope, you do not know what the problem is.  See and ENT doctor.

Question 8

ways to stop a runny nose fast?

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Depends on the cause: The easiest way to dry up a runny nose is with over-the-counter antihistamines (zyrtec (cetirizine) or allegra). However, just treating the runny nose does not help you with identifying the cause of the symptoms.

Question 9

i want help with my runny nose?

Accepted Answer

Neti pots can : Reduce nasal congestion. Mix ¼ tsp salt w 1 cup lukewarm water. More salt can also be used. Place solution in neti pot.  Tilt head ; pour solution into 1 nostril. Blow nose lightly ; spit out any liquid that drains into throat. Repeat on other side. This can be done in the evening before you go to bed ; again in the morning. You can watch a video online to get the finer details down.

Question 10

how can one treat a runny nose?

Accepted Answer

Decongestants: With decongestants, like pseudoephedrine.

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