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I have acute turbinate hypertrophy 10 days ago , my dr gave me antihistaminic drops! but till now no impro and the congestion not go except with drop?
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? rhinitis: (inflammation of the nasal passages), antihistamines will not improve the congestion, rather will reduce the runny nose and the itching, you need a decongestant / steroid nasal spray, but better be directed by an ENT specialist, good luck
Answered 11/28/2017
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