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My nose is stuffy, but when i blow my nose nothing comes out. it's difficult to sleep and i can't eat without my mouth being open. suggestions?

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Dr. Lonnie Smith answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Try an decongestant: Try an decongestant otc such as sudafed or Mucinex (guaifenesin) d. If you have hypertension or a heart disease stay away from these and use a nasal saline spray and or a humidifier.

Answered 2/1/2016

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A member asked:

My nose is stuffy, but when i blow my nose nothing comes out. it's difficult to sleep and i can't eat without my mouth being open. suggestions?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lonnie Smith answered

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