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I've had a runny/stuffy nose for about three months now. do i need to be concerned? do i need to go on medication?

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Dr. Roy Arnold answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Needs evaluation: Your primary care provider can advise you about next steps for treatment. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Answered 11/24/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Try this first.: Neti pots can reduce nasal congestion. Mix ¼ tsp salt w 1 cup distilled lukewarm water. More salt can also be used. Place solution in neti pot. Tilt head & pour solution into 1 nostril. Blow nose lightly & spit out any liquid that drains into throat. Repeat on other side. This can be done in the evening before you go to bed & again in a.m.

Answered 11/24/2014

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Allergic rhinitis: Most likely if this has been ongoing for three months, it is probably of allergic origin. Consider trying some certrizine or loratidine to help with the runny/stuffy nose.

Answered 11/28/2014

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