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Question: I am suffering from severe cough and cold. My nostrils are blocked. I have dust allergy.
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Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query.
1. Use OTC nasal decongestant drops (0.1% Xylometazoline such as Otrivin) for immediate relief from nasal blockage. Use 3-4 drops per nostril twice a day but not for more than 3 to 5 days in a row. You can also use once if required.
2. get your nose examined and request a prescription with anti-histamines, mucolyics and cough supressants (such as dextromethorphan or noscapine). These will require a prescription. Take steam inhalation.
3. When you are better, get allergy tests done t confirm dust allergy. Measures to avoid exposure to dust and dust mites need to be discussed after this.
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I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.
Regards.
Details as discussed below:
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query.
1. Use OTC nasal decongestant drops (0.1% Xylometazoline such as Otrivin) for immediate relief from nasal blockage. Use 3-4 drops per nostril twice a day but not for more than 3 to 5 days in a row. You can also use once if required.
2. get your nose examined and request a prescription with anti-histamines, mucolyics and cough supressants (such as dextromethorphan or noscapine). These will require a prescription. Take steam inhalation.
3. When you are better, get allergy tests done t confirm dust allergy. Measures to avoid exposure to dust and dust mites need to be discussed after this.
4. I am unable to view the reports. Please upload again or contact customer care.
I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.
Regards.
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