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What Causes Allergy And Nasal Congestion?
I have allergies and I've been taking nascort and Flonase as well as Claritin D. I just started taking my medicine on Friday. Now, I'm cleared from nasal congestion but I can't smell or taste anyting. Im still feeling sinus pressure and have runny nose. Also, I have mucus in my throat. What should I do to clear this up?
Mon, 3 Jul 2017
You are suffering from disease called Allergic Rhinitis.
You are already taking steroids, antihistaminics and decongestants.
For relieving nasal congestion you may try following measures.
1. Try avoiding exposure to allergens like dust, mites, pollens, allergic foods, chemicals, fumes etc.
2. Nasal irrigation with normal saline nasal drops.
3. Steam inhalation, use a humidifier or vaporizer to keep nasal passage moist.
4. If you know you’re going to be exposed to an allergen, take some precautions. If you need to rake outside during pollen season, for example, wear a mask.
For further queries regarding this disease or its medications you may take my appointment at Healthcare Magic.
Dr. Khan Shoeb
You are already taking steroids, antihistaminics and decongestants.
For relieving nasal congestion you may try following measures.
1. Try avoiding exposure to allergens like dust, mites, pollens, allergic foods, chemicals, fumes etc.
2. Nasal irrigation with normal saline nasal drops.
3. Steam inhalation, use a humidifier or vaporizer to keep nasal passage moist.
4. If you know you’re going to be exposed to an allergen, take some precautions. If you need to rake outside during pollen season, for example, wear a mask.
For further queries regarding this disease or its medications you may take my appointment at Healthcare Magic.
Dr. Khan Shoeb
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