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I have a nasal congestion. what should i do to solve that problem?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Decongestant: Try decongestant. There are a number of safe products you can buy OTC. You can also try saline nasally to clear the congestion.

Answered 1/16/2015

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