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Natural Sinus Puffiness Relief

Many people suffer from chronic puffiness or swelling in the nasal cavity. This can cause snoring, a difficulty in breathing, headaches, repeated sinus infections and runny noses. Some people find most of the over-the-counter medications required to cure the problem make the matters worse. They overly dry the nasal cavity, and the result can be a very short period of relief followed by more severe swelling.

  1. Seea Doctor

    • Nasal cancer is rare, with about 1,000 new cases a year in the U.S. Swelling, obstruction in the nose, difficulty breathing, pain and swelling of the face are the most common symptoms. Chronic bacterial, fungal or even parasitic infections need to be be treated quickly and professionally.

    Look for Allergens

    • The most common cause for nasal swelling and puffiness is exposure to allergens. Allergic rhinitis is a common cause of nasal swelling. Many people treat allergies using over-the-counter allergy medications, but they do not work for everyone. If you do not like taking allergy medications, consider putting low-cost air filters in your bedroom and living room. This can cost under $100, plus the cost of filter replacements, and it may resolve the problem well enough that you no longer have nasal symptoms.

    Nasal Irrigation

    • Using saline, or salt water, to flush the nasal cavities is a good way to clear them of any allergens. Generally, you should use a solution that closely matches the salinity of your tears. Too much salt in the solution can further irritate and dry the delicate tissues of the nose. Most drugstores carry nasal irrigation products for babies and small children. They usually work just as well for adults. To flush the nasal cavity, purchase one of the saline-based nasal irrigation products, lean your head back and squeeze the bulb to flush the nasal cavity. The fluid will run out of your nose or down the back of your throat along with any impurities. If your nasal swelling is due to a one-time exposure to an irritant, this should solve the problem.

    Constant Nasal Swelling and Puffiness is Not Normal

    • If you suffer from nasal swelling regularly over a period of months and treating the problem using natural remedies is not proving effective, seek professional help. A thorough physical examination, a good diagnosis and the right treatment are key to quickly resolving chronic health problems.

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