You’re just not you when you’re sick. One of the complaints from cold sufferers is a stuffy nose! First things first, get any lingering mucus cleared by gently blowing your nose as needed. You can also consider these 3 tips on unblocking a clogged nose.
Three Tips for Sinus Congestion Relief
Avoid common irritants
Cold sufferers with nasal or sinus congestion should avoid irritants such as smoke and strong perfume.
Stuffy noses are often caused by swollen nasal passages. An over-the-counter-medicine like TYLENOL® Cold+Flu Severe can help relieve a stuffy nose!
Home Remedies for Stuffy Nose
Take a hot shower
Inhaling steam helps open airways and loosen mucus, making it easier to expel and clear a congested nose.
Use a humidifier
A cool mist humidifier can help open airways to ease nasal congestion. Humidifiers are especially helpful to reduce stuffy nose at night.
Relax with a warm compress
After blowing your nose, apply a warm washcloth to your face for about 15 minutes to help treat nasal or sinus congestion. Refresh as needed to keep the compress warm. Breathing in the moist air can also help provide relief to a congested nose..
Always talk to your doctor if you have any questions or if symptoms get worse.
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