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I've had hard nasal blockage for a couple of months. i have to pick at it to breathe better every morning. bacterial infection or new allergy?

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Dr. Frank Amico Sr answered

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Allergies: You should first see if you have allergies. However, if its been present for a couple of months a bacterial infection is a possibility.

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Answered 9/16/2014

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A member asked:

I've had hard nasal blockage for a couple of months. i have to pick at it to breathe better every morning. bacterial infection or new allergy?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Frank Amico Sr answered

Dr Rupp agreed

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