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How Can Nasal Congestion Be Treated?

What is the safest spray to use at bedtime on a nightly basis to clear the nose so my husband can breath at night? If he s stuffed up, he finds himself snoring and keeps himself up. Decongestants are recommended but, is sounds like you can use them for only a small period of time. What about the nasal spray Ocean? I m thinking that may not be strong enough.
Tue, 22 Aug 2017
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Hi..
Thanks for the query..

Well, nasal congestion can be due to a number of causes and the most common ones are sinus infection or sinusitis, cold, nasal polyps, allergies etc..

So first of all it is necessary to get him examined so that the exact cause f the nasal congestion is ruled out..

Treating the underlying cause will help in relieving congestion as nasal congestion is a symptom of any underlying disease and is not a disease itself..

Nasal decongestants can give temporary relief, however xylometazoline or oxymetazoline containing sprays can help..
Also elevate your head with chin downwards while sleeping so that the drainage is better..
Saline nasal irrigation can be helpful..
Use a humidifier in your room..

Hope this helps..

Regards..
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How Can Nasal Congestion Be Treated?

Hi.. Thanks for the query.. Well, nasal congestion can be due to a number of causes and the most common ones are sinus infection or sinusitis, cold, nasal polyps, allergies etc.. So first of all it is necessary to get him examined so that the exact cause f the nasal congestion is ruled out.. Treating the underlying cause will help in relieving congestion as nasal congestion is a symptom of any underlying disease and is not a disease itself.. Nasal decongestants can give temporary relief, however xylometazoline or oxymetazoline containing sprays can help.. Also elevate your head with chin downwards while sleeping so that the drainage is better.. Saline nasal irrigation can be helpful.. Use a humidifier in your room.. Hope this helps.. Regards..