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My wife has been suffering from severe congestion due to allergies for the past week or two. we have tried using zyrtec d, and separately benedryl with sudafed decongestant without relief. her congestion seems to be at its worst in the evening, and last
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Nasal steroid: Nasal steroid will likely be more effective but takes a few days of regular use to get optimal results. If still having problem, consult an allergist.
Answered 3/28/2015
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