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I think i have post nasal drip. can't i take some saline nasal drops daily to help, or is it only for 3 days ? thanks.
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Yes: Normal physiologic saline (0.9% sodium chloride) drops can be always be used to loosen up mucous as often as you need to.
Answered 7/18/2013
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