Hello, I have a blocked nose every night since November. In the daytime it's fine, but at night it's more like this.
29-year-old woman
I am allergic to penicillin and sulfa and if I get colds and sinuses it makes me sick.
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Josée Lussier · 3 years ago
Hello,
I have a few questions to ask you.
Is the problem recent?
Do you have any allergies (e.g. dust)?
Do you use any products for this congestion (e.g. Dristan, salt water spray)
29-year-old woman · 3 years ago
Hello, it's since October or November approximately, I sometimes put dristan or salt water spray when it's unbearable. At first I used to put it on every day, now maybe once every 2-3 weeks to try to keep my nose from getting used to it. I don't think I have any allergies other than the ones mentioned above (penicillin and sulfa), sometimes I have seasonal allergies but nothing big and not every year
Josée Lussier · 3 years ago
Regular use of nasal decongestants can contribute to congestion that keeps coming back.
I suggest you try a "cortisone" spray e.g. Nasonex (requires a prescription) or Flonase (over the counter) to stop using "Dristan". Consult your pharmacist to see if these products are right for you.
Try an antihistamine such as Claritin or Aerius for a few days on a regular basis to see if the congestion is due to an "allergy"
Adjust the humidity level in your room to around 40%.
29-year-old woman · 3 years ago
Perfect I will try, thank you very much. Have a nice day :)
Josée Lussier · 3 years ago
Have a nice day!
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