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Had structural surgery to improve blocked nose. still stuffy & clear mucus. ent review said all ok inside. allergy tests negative. any suggestions?

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Dr. Hirenkumar Italia answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Sinus: Sometimes it takes time for surgical correction to give you relief. Continue decongestant and steam inhalation meantime. Thanks.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/12/2015

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