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Suggest Treatment For Severe Nasal Congestion

I currently have a stuffed nose and swollen nasal membranes. My doc suggested a nasal rinse plus Afrin. When I checked the label on Afrin it warns about Afrin and BPH, which I have. Is there another product which helps the swelling but has no affect on the prostate?

Mon, 16 May 2016

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Dentist, Dr. Harry Maheshwari's Response

Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe nasal congestion. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like sinusitis , allergic rhinitis , deviated nasal septum , common cold, influenza or nasal polyp. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination. Doctor may order blood test , nasal endoscopy or CT scan . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like penicillin or amoxicillin for sinusitis along with immunosuppressants for allergic reaction or antiviral like acyclovir for viral infection along with decongestant and expectorant. For now apply warm compresses on nose and take steam twice a day. Doctor may also recommend surgery for nasal polyp .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari

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