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I have blocked nose for 2 months now, at 1st i used decongestions & antihistamines but it didn't help. so i visited an ent, he said that it is allergy and prescribed nasonex corticosteroids nasal spray for 2 weeks, my symptoms decrease but not cured?
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The steroid nasal sprays are very effective for allergic rhinitis causing congestion. It does take up to 2-3 weeks of use of the spray to get full affect. You want to make sure that you use it regularly every day to ensure a better outcome.
Answered 11/3/2021
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I agree with Dr. Ellis. I just want to be assured that you were checked for the presence of nasal polyps.
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