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I have a stuffed nose but whenever i rub my it's feels like it has a lot of pressure or i'm pushing somthing. any ideas of what medicine or what i do?

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Dr. James Shoemaker answered

Specializes in General Practice

Water Rinse: When you first stand up after lying down, you might notice your nose clearing for a moment. Use this chance to snuffle some water from your cupped hands up your nose and then blow it out until your nose is clear of drainage.

Answered 3/26/2013

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