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Is the use of petrolleum jelly safe inside the nose in case of perennial allergic rhinitis for prevention for dryness and allergen entry in the nose ?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Allergic rhinitis: Petroleum jelly can work but a better idea is saline gel which is a moisturizer and cuts down mucus production.

Dr Ramsey agreed

Answered 12/21/2013

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A member asked:

Is the use of petrolleum jelly safe inside the nose in case of perennial allergic rhinitis for prevention for dryness and allergen entry in the nose ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Ramsey agreed

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