allergy medicine and vapor rub aren't working for me to clear it up. any suggestion before i break/ rip my nose off
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There are two main reasons and lots of other small stuff I won't mention. One, Your nose can get blocked by secretions of mucous from the membranes that line your sinuses and nose. The mucous in normal amounts keeps the tissues moist and provides some protection for them by trapping dust, airborne bacteria and viruses, etc. and helping to move them out of your nose and sinuses. When allergy or infection irritates the mucous membranes they can secret much more mucous than normal to try and protect themselves. This kind of "congestion responds well to a decongestant such as psuedofed (OTC). Two, the other kind of stuffiness is caused by swelling of the same tissues because they are irritated. Again, breathing dust or pollen, or animal dander, etc. -depends on what you are allergic to - can cause this swelling to occur. This kind of congestion responds well to antihistamines or histamine blockers. Benadryl is the most common (OTC) histamine blocker.\n\nSometimes (pretty often actually) both things happen at once and an antihistamine and decongestant combination is presribed. They don't typically work all that well because they usually interfere with each other. I treat the worst symptom and live with the other one. Congestion caused by swelling usually produces some facial tenderness and or sinus pressure or pain. Mucous congestion usually doesn't. \n\nIf you want to avoid medicine, moist steam from a portable facial sauna can help and so can steam from a sink full of hot water - just throw a towel over your head to trap the steam and breathe for a few minutes. Even a good hot shower helps. Hope you feel better soon.\n\nFinally, If none of this works you probably have sinusitis or a sinus infection. They are hard to treat and really require access to medication you can't get without a prescription. See a doctor.
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There are a few things you can do that you probably already have on hand.  I have difficulty with my sinuses at times as well and no one thing works ALL the time, but I have found that alternating them usually does the trick.  For starters, use a heating pad or a hot pack on your forehead, eyes and nose, (if you use a heating pad, use the LOWEST setting and place a towel over it so as not to burn the face).  Something else you can do is place a bowl of water in the microwave and cook just until boiling, add a tablespoon of Vicks vapo-rub to the water and hang your head over the bowl with a towel draped over your head so as to breathe in all the vapors.  Stand near a hot shower and breathe in the steam for a few minutes.  Hot tea with honey, any flavor will do, but peppermint seems to work best for me.  Try to blow your nose often, never sniffle.  These are just some of the things I do.  Hope that helps.
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try ice. if it doesn't work, go see a doctor!
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I've got one for you to try.  I was an asthma sufferer for all of my life.  I worked with a doctor that had many "old-wives tales" remedies and I tried this one and I swear to this day that this is what worked.  You need to find a local honey bee keeper and buy some honey from your community.  The bees bring back the pollen from the local plants (allergens) you need take 2 tsps 2x a day.  This will build up your tolerence to your local triggers.\nhope it works...I have not had a flare up since doing this...if I move I start all over again.
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Are you having a winter climate where you live?  If the heat is running and you are not adding humidity into the air, your nasal passages become very dried out.  Try a humidifier and some saline  spray like Ocean.\n\nIf it continues you should see a doctor - could be a polyp or something.
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Yes the heat dries out the membrane causing nosebleeds, try getting a humidifier for your room.
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sure try sneezing out your leg...maybe the snot will come out of the nose like it's suppose to...one love!!!!
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The Homeopathic Remedy SULFUR 30 is perhaps the first and the one of the best remedies to cure any sort of Allergies cleanses your system and regulates against future allergic reactions !\nTake care and God Bless !
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I too have had this problem for years. You get physically addicted to it and can't breathe w/out it. Well , I would 1st go to your doctor adn he/she will give you a percription nose spray. It won't work as well or as quickly as the one you use now, but be deligent in using it everyday twice a day. I ended up having surgery on my nose because my septum(the cartilidge in the middle of your nose) caved in on one side. Not good. I was off it for a few years able to breathe on my own, but am now back to using it again. I need to take my own advice and go back to the doctor and get a Rx. Please try this before it goes too far. It does say on the bottle not to use it for more than 3 days in a row, but they don't tell you how badly the results are. I wish you luck!!
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Maybe :-)\n\nIf there is something in your home to which you are allergic it could be the house.\n\nNew carpet, mold, plants, smoke, pets, and new paneling can all be sources of allergic reaction. \n\nGot to a hotel for a couple nights and see if you feel better.  There are certain chains that offer allergy-free rooms with air purifiers.  If you feel a lot better then you will need to figure out what is in your home that is causing the problem.\n\nAfter you have located and removed the problem only then would I recommend a HEPA air purifier. \n\nIf the hotel visit does not help it may be that you are unwinding from a tough day.\n\nBest of luck!
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For OTC drugs I suggest Alavert. (It's a different brand of Claritin, but works best for me) For prescription drugs try Hismanal. Air purifiers dont work well, but humidifiers DO. Just get one at Wal-Mart. No, you should not get an inhaler. Buy surgical masks to wear when you go outside. I do it. It might look funny, but I'm a heck of a lot more comfortable! Also, drink lots of fluids. Vacuuming regularly will not help with pollen allergies, but will help with other types of allergies.
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honey and lemon or lozenges like soothers....better yet go to your doctor
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I have to agree with you on the steroid meds.  This is only a temporary fix.  Figuring out what causes your sinusitis is important.  \nI have allergies and flush the nasal cavaties with a Neti Pot.  You can buy these at a health food store or online. I make my own rinse, but they do sell them.  This has helped a lot.\n\nYou can also clear your sinuses by gently inhaling vapors of a freshly grated horseradish.  Do this slowly and cautiously.  But it will clear any congestion!
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drugs may help u to interrupt an acute condition, but with allergy the best treatment is to stay away from the allergens. dust, pollen, smoke, cigarettes, and fungi, but also some perfumes, or any funny smell can trigger your allergic reaction.but also many other things (animal hair, feathers, hay,..... etc.). also humidity and hot weather can aggravate the condition. some people take quiet some time to discover the cause of their allergy, but your are your best doctor and you can discover the cause of your allergy by close observation and try to stay away from it (or if unavoidable be exposed to it the shortest time possible).\nalso drinking plenty of plain water, eating healthy food with as much fresh vegetables and fruits can help keep up your system, thus making it stronger to the allergens.\nthe worst time for pollen allergy are May June July...
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not really an answer but is there a chance he's put something in his nose, like vicks vapor rub?? if he's done this, he needs to see a doctor asap because it can cause respiratory problems if ingested.
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I have bad allergies and often have this problem. I have tried almost everything there is out there and what works best is taking Benedryl at night because it makes you very drowsy (it will dry up your sinuses) and those breathe right nasal strips. They really work and help to relieve your sinus pressure. Also, Shower Soothers--they are those tabs that you put on the floor of your shower and they open up your sinuses. Good luck!
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It sounds like Impetigo-a bacterial skin infection from the irritation of the runny nose.  Put some neosporin on it 2 or 3 times a day.  Don't pick at it.  Wash your hands after blowing your nose.  If it does not get better-you will need an antibiotic.