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Had cold week ago/using afrin (oxymetazoline). by very early morning, i get very stuffed up/can't sleep. afrin (oxymetazoline) does not help.sitting up makes better. what's wrong?

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DUST ALLERGY??: Dust allergies can cause these symptoms- have you tried vacuuming the room at least once per week along with washing the linens? If persists, might try an electrostatic air filter, which your favorite a/c person could install for you!

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Answered 11/24/2013

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