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Phlegm And Mucus, Plugged Nose. Getting Over Sinus Infection. Taking Antibiotics. Will Nasal Decongestant Help?

I am getting over a sinus infection and I am on antibiotics. I had have a lot of phlegm and mucous still. left side of my nose is plugged up. I did the steam and hot shower. would a nasal decongestion work or nose stripes. I been drinking a lot of water. should I not drink anything else but water.
Mon, 5 Aug 2013
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Hi,
Due to cold there is congestion in the nasl mucosa giving rise to this proble,
Take some decongestant medicines.
Put decongestant nasal drops.
Avoid fried, cold drinks and junk food.
Ok and take care.
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Phlegm And Mucus, Plugged Nose. Getting Over Sinus Infection. Taking Antibiotics. Will Nasal Decongestant Help?

Hi, Due to cold there is congestion in the nasl mucosa giving rise to this proble, Take some decongestant medicines. Put decongestant nasal drops. Avoid fried, cold drinks and junk food. Ok and take care.