The blockage of the nasal passage due to mucosal edema. It is usually the result of a viral infection or an allergic reaction
Symptoms of Nasal Congestion
The following features are indicative of Nasal Congestion:
interference with the hearing
speech interference
headache
mild facial pain
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Common Causes of Nasal Congestion
The following are the most common causes of Nasal Congestion:
common cold
hay fever
deviated septum
sinusitis
collapsing nasal valve
nasal polyps
pregnancy
empty nose syndrome
vasomotor rhinitis
disturbances in sleep
Prevention of Nasal Congestion
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Nasal Congestion. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
hand wash
regular exercise
get proper sleep
wear face mask
consume organic coconut oil
Occurrence of Nasal Congestion
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Nasal Congestion cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Nasal Congestion can occur at any age.
Common Gender
Nasal Congestion can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Nasal Congestion
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Nasal Congestion:
Physical examination: To diagnose the conditions of the ear, nose, and throat (ENT) and related structures of the head and neck
Doctor for Diagnosis of Nasal Congestion
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Nasal Congestion:
Otolaryngologist
Complications of Nasal Congestion if untreated
Yes, Nasal Congestion causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Nasal Congestion is left untreated:
chronic sleep apnea
Self-care for Nasal Congestion
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Nasal Congestion:
Cover face: Apply a warm, moist washcloth on face
Use a vaporizer
Get steam: Inhale steam 2 to 4 times a day
Patient Support for Treatment of Nasal Congestion
The following actions may help Nasal Congestion patients:
Family support: Helps in avoiding triggers that make allergies worse
Time for Treatment of Nasal Congestion
While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Nasal Congestion to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
Within 1 week
Last updated date
This page was last updated on 3/25/2019.
This page provides information for Nasal Congestion.