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I woke up with a stuffy nose and a sinus headache, are there any home remedies too get rid of my headache?

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Dr. Axel Martinez-Irizarry answered

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Saline Flush: Home remedies include saline flush, humidifier, steam. OTC antihistaminics might help. Acetaminophen is good for headaches too. If no improvement see PCP

Answered 2/11/2017

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A member asked:

I woke up with a stuffy nose and a sinus headache, are there any home remedies too get rid of my headache?

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Dr. Axel Martinez-Irizarry answered

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