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What to do if i have a cold and only one side of my nose is stuffed up?

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Dr. Suzanne Galli answered

Stuffed up: you can try an over the counter decongestant. If your symptoms progress have your nose evaluated by a board certified otolaryngologist.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/21/2014

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