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Suffering from congestion in ears and post nasal drip for over two weeks, what can i take to help clear it up?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

? Sinusitis : Saline nasal washes twice daily, together with OTC decongestants, read the labels carefully, avoid if hypertensive, and see your doctor, you may need Rx medications, good luck

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Answered 11/28/2017

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