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== Laboratory Findings ==
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* Nasal cultures
=== MRI and CT ===
* CT scan of sinuses
== Treatment ==


In general:
==[[Nasal Congestion overview|Overview]]==


* Intranasal saline lavage
==[[Nasal Congestion historical perspective|Historical Perspective]]==
* Avoid allergens


Drinking plenty of fluids, more than usual, aids the body in expelling the irritant and clearing congestion. [[Water]], fruit juice,  [[tea]]s and [[mayonnaise]] are recommended by medical experts to resolve congestion, and rest and [[sleep]] are also suggested remedies in a case of nasal congestion. Carbonated beverages also can help to alleviate nasal congestion. Increasing air moisture with a humidifier or a steamy bath or shower usually helps relieve the congestion and accompanying discomfort.
==[[Nasal Congestion classification|Classification]]==


Neither influenza nor the common cold can be cured with medication; however, drugs such as [[acetaminophen]], [[decongestants]], [[nasal spray]]s or drops, cough remedies and throat lozenges may provide some [[symptom]] relief. Furthermore, medications have recently been approved which, when started shortly after the onset of symptoms, may shorten the duration of influenza.
==[[Nasal Congestion pathophysiology|Pathophysiology]]==


A cause of nasal congestion may also be due to an allergic reaction caused by [[hay fever]], so avoiding [[allergen]]s is a common remedy if this becomes a confirmed diagnosis. [[Antihistamines]] and decongestants can provide significant symptom relief although they do not cure hay fever. Antihistamines may be given continuously during pollen season for optimum control of symptoms.
==[[Nasal Congestion causes|Causes]]==


[[Topical decongestant]]s should only be used by patients for a maximum of 3 days in a row, because rebound congestion may occur in the form of [[rhinitis medicamentosa]].
==[[Nasal Congestion differential diagnosis|Differentiating Nasal Congestion from other Diseases]]==


Insertion of cotton swabs into a child's nostrils as a remedy is generally discouraged. An alternative solution is for the discharge to be caught outside the nostril on a tissue or swab, be rolled around, and have the discharge pulled out of the nose. [[Petroleum jelly]] applied to the nasal openings can assist in providing protection against [[irritation]], though it is important to ensure that the nostrils are not blocked by the jelly.
==[[Nasal Congestion epidemiology and demographics|Epidemiology and Demographics]]==


The ancient use of [[nasal irrigation]], which originated from the [[Yoga]] practice of jala neti, is also said to help reduce nasal congestions. It involves rinsing the [[nasal cavity]] regularly with salty water.
==[[Nasal Congestion risk factors|Risk Factors]]==


Alternately thrusting the tongue against the roof of the mouth and pressing between the eyebrows with a finger for approximately thirty seconds can loosen congestion. This method causes the [[vomer bone]], which runs through the nasal passages to the mouth, to rock back and forth, forcing sinuses to drain.<ref>http://health.msn.com/menshealth/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid=100119940&GT1=7538</ref>
==[[Nasal Congestion screening|Screening]]==


=== Acute Pharmacotherapies ===
==[[Nasal Congestion natural history, complications and prognosis|Natural History, Complications and Prognosis]]==
* Intranasal or oral decongestants
* [[Amoxicillin]]
* [[Trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole]]
* [[Doxycycline]]
* Intranasal steroids
* [[Antihistamines]]
* [[Cromolyn sodium]]


==References==
==Diagnosis==
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[[Nasal Congestion history and symptoms|History and Symptoms]] | [[Nasal Congestion physical examination|Physical Examination]] | [[Nasal Congestion laboratory findings|Laboratory Findings]] | [[Nasal Congestion x ray|X Ray]] | [[Nasal Congestion CT|CT]] | [[Nasal Congestion MRI|MRI]] | [[Nasal Congestion other imaging findings|Other Imaging Findings]] | [[Nasal Congestion other diagnostic studies|Other Diagnostic Studies]]


==External links ==
==Treatment==
* [http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/runny-nose/ID00006 Runny nose and stuffy nose: Self-care]
[[Nasal Congestion medical therapy|Medical Therapy]] | [[Nasal Congestion surgery|Surgery]] | [[Nasal Congestion primary prevention|Primary Prevention]] | [[Nasal Congestion secondary prevention|Secondary Prevention]] | [[Nasal Congestion cost-effectiveness of therapy|Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy]] | [[Nasal Congestion future or investigational therapies|Future or Investigational Therapies]]
* Unblock a [http://www.buteykoscotland.co.uk/nose.htm Stuffy Nose: self help]


==Case Studies==
[[Nasal Congestion case study one|Case #1]]
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