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Do consistent nose block means less oxygen in the brain and body?does stress leads to nose congestion in all people?
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No: no, nasal blockage or chronic nasal congestion does not lead to less oxygen in the brain. Stress may be a factor but likely not the main factor in nasal congestion
Answered 8/25/2016
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