I have very bad allergies and nosespray is not working– How can i cure my stuffy nose so that ican breath?

1. Mrs. Nick Jonas Says:
   November 16th, 2009 at 12:01 am

   that is so hard! i am suffering from the same thing. i sleep with 2 pillows so it will help drain my nasal passage, and blow my nose lots.

2. energeticthinker Says:
   November 17th, 2009 at 2:32 am

   Over the counter allergy pills, like Benadryl should tone down your body’s over-reaction.

   Nasal decongestants are likely to cause your nose to drain…though, it can be a bit unnerving to have all of that stuff draining out of you. Don’t plan on going ;out on the town’ if you take the decongestants…nose drainage is not a popular sight to see.
   

3. WiseGal Says:
   November 20th, 2009 at 12:30 pm

   see if your doc will put you on an allergy pill
   I fought taking a pill for years and oh the
   relief I take Allegra and no wierd side effects

   or just get some vicks vapo rub they have a
   non staining one now I used to rub it
   under nose and around nose
   good luck

4. Janet K M Says:
   November 21st, 2009 at 3:48 am

   All good answers.
   Another option is to mix up salt and water, store in a bottle, and
   ick!
   pour some into the palm of your hand and sniff it up into nostrils. Then spit out the results.
   The salt sort of tans the nasal passages, and they feel lots better, drainage is reduced for a time.
   I’ll give you percentages of salt, water, when I get back from work if you still need them.
   I have been in your situation; not fun!!

5. queen Says:
   November 23rd, 2009 at 10:33 am

   Snorting salt water sounds unpleasant but it might work (see answer above).

   For a longer-term fix, you might ask your doctor for a prescription nasal spray like Flonase. It’s better than over-the-counter sprays like Afrin because those irritate your nasal passages and they work less and less over time.

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