A member asked:

If vapor rub on you chest doesn't clear you stuffy nose, can you use vicks inhaler or nosedrops?

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Dr. Peter Kurzweil answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

You could try +: Stuffy nose could a viral infection referred to as a 'cold', an allergic reaction caused by something inhaled from the environment, a bacterial nasal infection called 'purulent rhinitis'. General measures include hot shower water or hot compresses over the nasal/sinus area, saline nasal spray, a mild decongestant. Antibiotic or antihistamine may be appropriate. If persistent nagging prob, c doc.

Answered 12/2/2022

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