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	Lifespan's A - Z Health Information Library - Nasal congestion
		Congestion can be caused by many of the same things that cause a runny nose including colds, allergies, sinus infections, and the flu.
		Significant congestion may interfere with sleep, cause snoring, and can be associated with episodes of not breathing during sleep (sleep apnea).
		In children, nasal congestion from enlarged adenoids has caused chronic sleep apnea with insufficient oxygen levels and right-sided heart failure.
	www.lifespan.org /adam/healthillustratedencyclopedia/1/003049.html (839 words)

	Nasal congestion - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Nasal congestion is the blockage of the nasal passages usually due to membranes lining the nose becoming swollen from inflamed blood vessels.
		Nasal congestion in older children and adolescents is often just an annoyance but can cause other difficulties.
		A cause of nasal congestion may also be due to an allergic reaction caused by hay fever, so avoiding allergens is a common remedy if this becomes a confirmed diagnosis.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Nasal_congestion (660 words)

	Nasal FAQ
		Also, enlarged turbinates and nasal congestion can also contribute to headaches and sleep disorders such as snoring and obstructive sleep apnea, as the nasal airway is the normal breathing route during sleep.
		Chronic turbinate hypertrophy and nasal obstruction are commonly associated with rhinitis, the inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose.
		Nasal obstruction is a frequent symptom of seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and perennial (year-round) allergic rhinitis, which occurs when an individual is exposed to allergens such as molds, pollens, or animal dander.
	www.somnoplastyatlanta.com /nasal_faq.htm (562 words)

	Pharmacy Times: Fed Up with Being Stuffed Up: Help for Nasal Congestion
		Nasal congestion (or "stuffy nose") is probably the most common symptom of a cold or allergies.
		Nasal congestion may be caused by the common cold or flu, seasonal or chronic allergies, or even a sinus infection.
		Nasal moisturizers and nasal sprays with saline usually are safe for use in children, pregnant women, and the elderly.
	www.pharmacytimes.com /article.cfm?id=2734 (910 words)

	Sinus Congestion - [Alternative Medicine]
		The most common cause of nasal congestion is allergy to inhalants, such as pollen, molds, dust mites, trees, or animal dander.
		Nasal irrigation with warm water or saline may be helpful for reducing symptoms of sinus congestion, although steam inhalations appear to be less useful.
		Eucalyptus oil is said to function in a fashion similar to that of menthol by acting on receptors in the nasal mucous membranes, leading to a reduction in the symptoms of nasal stuffiness.
	www.peacehealth.org /kbase/cam/hn-1274001.htm (1137 words)

	Nasal Congestion
		Nasal Congestion, and epistaxsis are common complaints in sickle cell patients.
		Pharyngitis, enlarged tonsils, posterior nasal bleeding, caries, tooth abscess, gum bleeding.
		Nasal congestion seen with oral contraceptives, reserpine, aldomet, beta blockers, aspirin and non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs if patient is sensitive.
	www.scinfo.org /nasal.htm (1170 words)

	Nasal Congestion
		Nasal congestion is also associated with headache, sore throat, and other unpleasant ailments.
		Nasal congestion can be avoided or at least reduced by regularly using a nasal spray.
		Xlear™ Nasal Wash is a patented, non-addictive nasal spray designed to aid in the relief and management of sinus infection caused by pollutants, allergens and infections of the nasal passages.
	www.xlear.com /articles/nasal-congestion.aspx (442 words)

	Teaching File Case#5 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		At surgery polyps were resected from the maxillary antra and nasal cavities.
		Nasal polyps are said to occur in 6-48% of patients with cystic fibrosis and recur frequently.
		Nasal polyps are typically seen in patients greater than 2 years of age, and are thought to be secondary to mucosal hypertrophy from the underlying process.
	www.uab.edu /pedradpath/case5.html (291 words)

	Nasal spray - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Nasal sprays are used for the nasal delivery of a drug or drugs, generally to alleviate cold or allergy symptoms such as nasal congestion.
		Steroidal nasal sprays, also available only by prescription, use the anti-inflammatory effect of a corticosteroid to reduce swelling and congestion in the nasal passages and sinuses.
		Decongestant nasal sprays such as Afrin (Oxymetazoline hydrochloride), which are available over-the-counter in the United States, work to very quickly open up nasal passages by constricting blood vessels in the lining of the nose.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Nasal_spray (430 words)

	Nasal Spray
		Nasal spray is commonly used to alleviate nasal congestion, sinus infection, allergies, and other nasal problems.
		Corticosteroid nasal spray is used to reduce congestion, swelling, and inflammation in the sinuses.
		Saline nasal spray is used to loosen mucus in nasal passages and moisten the nose.
	www.xlear.com /articles/nasal-spray.aspx (521 words)

	Nasal Congestion in Seattle Washington - Procedures
		Problems with nasal congestion can be quite recurring in nature, can affect the quality of life, and can lead to a decreased sense of energy.
		Nasal congestion procedures involve a telescope that allows viewing of the inside of the patient's sinuses.
		Nasal congestion olyps are removed with the endoscopic surgery.
	www.seattlefacial.com /marketing/nasalcongestion_seattle.html (385 words)

	Symptom Guide: Nasal Congestion
		Nasal congestion may be treated with decongestants, antihistamines, and/or a variety of sprays.
		Nasal spray decongestants (oxymetazoline, phenylephrine hydrochloride) are extremely effective when used according to instructions, but have some significant dangers.
		Nasal saline spray is very safe (it is a salt solution of the same concentration as your body fluids) and can be quite soothing, particularly for a dry, irritated nose.
	www.doctorhoffman.com /sxstuft.htm (1765 words)

	Nasal spray 'addiction': Are you hooked? - MayoClinic.com
		You're not actually "addicted" to the ingredients in decongestant nasal sprays as much as you are to what the ingredients do — which is clear your nasal passages.
		Nasal congestion occurs when blood vessels in the lining of your nose (nasal membranes) expand (dilate), such as due to a cold or allergies.
		After a few days of using a decongestant nasal spray, your nasal membranes may become tolerant — or less responsive — to the effects of the medication.
	www.mayoclinic.com /health/nasal-spray-addiction/AN01241 (362 words)

	Sinus Congestion
		Corticosteroid nasal sprays, such as beclomethasone (Beconase®, Vancenase®), flunisolide (Nasalide®), or triamcinolone (Nasacort®), may also be prescribed to reduce inflammation.
		Lifestyle changes that may be helpful: The most common cause of nasal congestion is allergy to inhalants, such as pollen, molds, dust mites, trees, or animal dander.
		menthol by acting on receptors in the nasal mucous membranes, leading to a reduction in the symptoms of nasal stuffiness.
	www.gianteagle.com /healthnotes/Concern/Sinus_Congestion.htm (1131 words)

	Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever and Rose Fever) and Chronic Nasal Congestion
		Chronic nasal congestion in children often accompanies a susceptibility to ear, sinus, or adenoid infections.
		The general symptoms of rhinitis are congestion, runny nose, and post-nasal drip, in which mucous drips into the throat from the back of the nasal passage, especially when lying on the back.
		The nasal secretion is examined microscopically for factors that might indicate a cause, such as increased numbers of white blood cells, indicating infection, or high counts of eosinophils.
	www.hmh.net /adam/patientreports/000077.htm (10028 words)

	Nasal Congestion
		Enlarged turbinates and nasal congestion can also contribute to headaches and sleep disorders such as snoring and obstructive sleep apnea, as the nasal airway is the normal breathing route during sleep.
		Surgical treatment of enlarged turbinates that cause chronic nasal obstruction is indicated only after patients fail to respond to medical therapy.
		Another method for improving nasal obstruction is outward fracture of the turbinate bone(s), which moves the turbinate away from its obstructive position in the airway.
	www.somnoplastyatlanta.com /nasal_congestion.htm (606 words)

	Nasal Obstruction
		This is what is termed the "nasal cycle," which is the normal cycle of congestion (swelling) and decongestion (shrinkage) in the nose.
		This is similar to the nasal symptoms that some women experience during pregnancy, since the purpose of birth control pills is to create a similar hormonal state to pregnancy, and thus avoid conception.
		In addition to nasal blockage, they can lead to snoring (which can be disruptive to the individual if he has apnea or pauses in breathing, but is more often a nuisance to a sleeping partner).
	www.webmd.com /content/article/4/1680_51935.htm (2875 words)

	Robyn's Nest - The Parenting Network - Relieving Nasal Congestion
		asal congestion from a cold or flu is very common and an inevitable part of childhood.
		This can be accomplished by using a saline nasal spray and a nasal aspirator.
		It is not always necessary to give antihistamines to children with nasal congestion.
	www.robynsnest.com /nasal.htm (452 words)

	Nasal Allergies, Allergy Symptoms, and Nasal Congestion
		He or she will want to hear all about your nasal allergy symptoms, when they occur, and how severe they are.
		This section can help you better understand nasal allergies, nasal congestion and the symptoms you are experiencing so you can begin a dialogue with your doctor.
		RHINOCORT AQUA (budesonide) is for the treatment of seasonal and year-round nasal allergy symptoms in adults and children 6 years of age and older.
	www.rhinocortaqua.com /allergies/nasal-allergies.aspx (303 words)

	Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever and Rose Fever) and Chronic Nasal Congestion (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		This inflammatory response causes nasal congestion in susceptible people and can be triggered by cigarette smoke, dozens of other air pollutants, strong odors, alcoholic beverages, and exposure to cold.
		Nasal corticosteroids (commonly called steroids) reduce inflammation and are now considered to be the most effective measure for preventing allergy attacks.
		In a 2000 study, it reduced nasal congestion and improved sleep in patients with perennial allergic rhinitis although it did not appear to improve daytime congestion or sleepiness.
	www.reutershealth.com /wellconnected/doc77.html (8344 words)

	Allergy & Asthma Disease Management Center: Ask the Expert: Nasal Congestion
		The differential diagnosis of nasal congestion and cough in a 4 month old infant includes a long list of infectious diseases (congenital syphilis, tuberculosis, URI, sinusitis, infectious rhinitis, etc), anatomic abnormalities (choanal atresia, adenoidal hypertrophy), allergic diseases (asthma, rhinitis, food allergy), and genetic disease (cystic fibrosis).
		I would start with an inclusive physical examination directed at determining whether any pulmonary or nasal pathology is evident (check patency of nares, characterize nasal discharge-clear or greenish yellow-green, lung exam, growth parameters).
		On the other hand, if nasal congestion is the predominant symptom, nasal steroids will generally be effective while antihistamines have very little effect on congestion.
	www.aaaai.org /AADMC/ate/nasalcongestion.html (1116 words)

	Continued nasal congestion
		There are several treatments for nasal congestion - however, it depends on the cause.
		You are correct that decongestant nasal sprays should not be used long term.
		If the cause of the nasal/sinus congestion is still in question, then a referral to an ENT specialist is reasonable.
	www.medhelp.org /forums/FamilyPractice/messages/184a.html (528 words)

	Patients with asthma have a higher incidence of nasal polyposis, nasal congestion, and olfactory disturbances
		Data included patient age, gender, presence or absence of asthma, presence of signs and symptoms including allergic rhinitis, nasal polyposis, nasal congestion, headache/facial pain, anosmia/hyposmia, rhinorrhea, and postnasal drip.
		Patients with asthma had a higher incidence of nasal polyps (47 percent vs. 22 percent), olfactory dysfunction (26 percent vs. six percent), and nasal congestion (85 percent vs. 60 percent) compared to patients without asthma.
		Patients with asthma have a higher incidence of nasal polyposis, nasal congestion, and olfactory disturbances.
	www.news-medical.net /?id=4875 (717 words)

	Video: Nasal irrigation (nasal lavage) for adults - MayoClinic.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		To alleviate irritating nasal problems, your doctor may recommend nasal irrigation (nasal lavage).
		Nasal irrigation is appropriate for children and adults, and can be done in the privacy of your own home.
		An allergic reaction results in inflammation, hindering the ability of your nasal lining to flush toxins from your nose.
	www.mayoclinic.com /health/nasal-lavage/MM00552 (526 words)

	Nasal Congestion, Allergic Rhinitis
		Babies and young children with colds and associated nasal congestion/secretions have a particularly hard time breathing as they are "obligate nose breathers." In other words, they don't really know how to breathe through their mouth if their nose is blocked.
		As they get older, they learn to mouth-breath, and therefore become less uncomfortable when their nose is congested.
		As children get older, two things occur: The nasal passages get bigger and are less easily blocked and second, children eventually learn to blow their nose on their own.
	www.drpaul.com /illnesses/nasal.html (483 words)

	Questions about Rebound Congestion, Afrin Addiction, Nasal Spray Addiction
		The active ingredient in many nasal sprays (typically Oxymetazoline hydrochloride) is a powerful drug which is very effective at eliminating congestion.
		The principle benefit is the preservation of nasal inspiratory flow (your ability to breathe in through your nose) as the decongestants are withdrawn.
		After a 30 day period, the rebound congestion reaction and swelling has been dramatically reduced because the drug that was causing the problem is being withdrawn.
	www.nasalspray.com /faqs.html (2332 words)

	Granite Medical Group: Ask the Doctor, Nasal Congestion
		This congestion is a normal occurrence, and it’s particularly common during the winter months when the air becomes very dry.
		Although nasal congestion, particularly in the morning, may be considered normal, there may be a wide variety of "abnormal" causes that should be diagnosed and treated.
		Having a physician obtain a good history of your symptoms is the most useful method of establishing the cause of nasal congestion.
	granitemedical.com /book/nasal.htm (543 words)

	Nasal Antihistamines Work Well
		Volunteers whose nasal symptoms failed to improve more than 33% after taking Allegra for one week were divided into three groups.
		After two weeks, LaForce says that the groups getting the medicated nasal spray had a dramatic drop in hay fever symptoms (such as runny and itchy nose, sneezing and nasal congestion), and a drop in the total symptoms score.
		Meanwhile, another Astelin study presented at this year's allergy conference shows that the nasal spray was more effective at treating nasal congestion than oral antihistamines.
	www.webmd.com /content/article/76/90295.htm (609 words)

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