Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
How can i prevent blocked nose from turning into a bad cold?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Decongestants: Saline irrigations are very helpful, but nasal steroid sprays or otc decongestants will reduce the symptoms of nasal congestion and help prevent further sinus problems including infections.
Answered 12/10/2013
5.1k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Why do some people living in tropical countries develop nose bleeds when they visit cold temperate countries? How to prevent this?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
How can I prevent getting side effects like blocked nose&feelin sick from bromocriptine 5mg tablets I only get side effects about an hour after taking?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
When the heater is on my nose will bleed a lot and hurt and be all dry how can I prevent that? I have always had bad nose bleeds since i was little.
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Hi I think Im getting sick and would like to prevent it before it gets even worse. I feel light headed, blocked nose, heavy chest and my body is aching. ?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
I have continuous blocked nose and head cold symptoms every month any advice on how to prevent them comin?
Will I get bad ear pain on an airplane if I have a small cold like only a stuffy nose? If yes, will chewing or yawning prevent it for sure?
I have COPD and am suffering from a bad head cold & have no insurance. What can I do to prevent this from becoming worse?
How can I prevent a blocked stuffy nose?
How do you prevent giving others cold sores when your not breaking out? And why does it appear in my nose?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
