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I thought i had seasonal allergies so i took a claritin but it doesn't seem to help the congestion, steaming did help a bit but one nostril is just completely stuffed. what else can i do?

Q: i thought i had seasonal allergies so i took a claritin but it doesn't seem to help the congestion, steaming did help a bit but one nostril is just completely stuffed. what else can i do?

: If congestion worsens or continues, you should see your family doc for evaluation and possible treatment. Sometimes this type of congestion can develop in to a mild bacterial infection, esp if not relieved with an antihistamine. See your doc to be evaluated.

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Dr. Stanley Katz answered

If congestion worsens or continues, you should see your family doc for evaluation and possible treatment. Sometimes this type of congestion can develop in to a mild bacterial infection, esp if not relieved with an antihistamine. See your doc to be evaluated.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 4/15/2023

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A member asked:

I thought i had seasonal allergies so i took a claritin but it doesn't seem to help the congestion, steaming did help a bit but one nostril is just completely stuffed. what else can i do?

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Dr. Stanley Katz answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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