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A member asked:

Can you use a small amount of benadryl (diphenhydramine) on the very inside edge of the nostril? something unknown is causing irritation/itching. i use saline flush.

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Hydrocortisone: Hydrocortisone would be better to use or topical lidocaine.

Answered 6/25/2014

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