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Male | 40

Could Sudafed nasal spray cause rebound congestion symptoms?

I have been using sudafed nasal spray for about 5 days for a nasal drip. I stopped yesterday and have been feeling extremely congested like my sinus is swollen. Could this be rebound congestion? I've been using sinus rinse and a little relief but just feels like there could be some swelling

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Answered on 8th Aug '24

You could be suffering from rebound congestion. This is common when people use nasal sprays such as Sudafed for more than a couple of days. It may cause you to have swollen nasal passages with a feeling of being more congested. The saline sinus rinse is excellent at relieving the swelling. It's best to avoid overusing the nasal spray to prevent rebound congestion.

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Questions & Answers on "Ent Surgery" (273)

I have a sore throat and difficulty swallowing

Male | 24

The common cold, flu, or an infection could be responsible for these. Resting, drinking plenty of fluids such as warm teas or soups, and gargling with warm salt water are the best things to do. Eating soft foods and avoiding spicy or acidic foods can also help. If it's getting worse or not getting better after a few days, it's important to let your body rest and recover.

Answered on 30th Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Left ear has a slight muffled hearing and having tinnitus and click sound

Male | 22

There is a need to visit an ear, nose, and throat specialist if you experience hearing in one ear that is muffled, tinnitus and clicking sounds in the left ear. Such symptoms might be signs of several conditions ranging from ear infection, wax build-up or even hearing loss. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

My name is umar khan . I have problem in speaking diseability . I want for operation for my clear voice . if possible or speech therapy

Male | 24

You are having trouble talking clearly. This can happen due to various factors like vocal cord issues or muscle weakness. In place of surgical procedures, speech therapy should be the first step. It is important to conduct speech therapy involving exercises that can develop your speech. One of the primary methods is to try this gentler approach so that it becomes clear if it works before moving on to other solutions.

Answered on 8th July '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I want to only my right side tonsils is swollen I have sinus infection and always mucus builds up in throat which I have to cough out. I smoked but stopped. I want to is it cancer I am very stress out physician said it's ok but I just can't get that thing out of my head

Male | 19

To manage this, follow your doctor's medical advice, to treat the sinus infection, stay hydrated, try gargling and steam, manage stress, and consider a second opinion if needed.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I am suffering from sinus problem and najal allergy since my childhood

Female | 20

Sinus issues are the usual culprits for stuffy or runny noses, headaches, and pressure around your eyes and nose. Nasal allergies occur when one's immune system reacts even to innocent substances like pollen or dust. The best way to manage this is by avoiding the triggers such as dust, using air filters, and taking allergy medications.

Answered on 19th Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

My ear problem si contact ent doctor

Male | 48

Issues related to the ear can be reflected in pain, uneasiness, or difficulty with the ear. Typical triggers consist in infections, allergies, or wax buildup. To ameliorate the condition, the first way to go is to take over-the-counter painkillers and apply hot compresses. Nevertheless, it's very important to go to get a specialist's view particularly if the symptoms don't improve, deteriorate, or in case there occurs fever or liquid drainage. An ears, nose, and throat specialist with a great deal of experience can properly diagnose you and recommend suitable treatments tailored to you. Keeping a healthy body should come first.

Answered on 27th Dec '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

If I look inside my nose in the mirror with flash on the pink fleshy part is really close together in each nostril. Does this mean enlarged turbinates? And does it go away on its own? I woke up with a blocked nose 2 days ago randomly and my nose has been feeling congested since. If I close my mouth I can’t breathe through my nose. If I blow air out of my nostrils I can only feel it coming out of one nostril and it alternates between each nostril. I was able to breathe normally with my mouth completely closed just 2 days ago. How can I fix this? There is some mucus but not a lot.

Female | 25

The pink fleshy parts you see are likely normal structures, but they may appear enlarged during congestion. This condition can improve over time. To alleviate symptoms, try using saline nasal sprays, staying hydrated, and inhaling steam. If symptoms persist or worsen, seeing a healthcare professional for a thorough evaluation is a good idea to rule out any underlying issues and receive appropriate treatment. 

Answered on 11th Jan '25

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I went to A&E in June with dizziness not feeling real/ dreamy. And I was told to get my ears syringed I’ve done this 2 times now and no improvement if anything I have gotten worse!! I have tried anti insimines as well. I’m booked in for blood tests and I’m really becoming depressed and upset because of this. I don’t feel real I have also left work I really want help!

Female | 19

It seems like you are greatly disturbed by the symptoms of dizziness and feeling unreal. The link can sometimes be found in inner ear issues, anxiety, or other conditions that you may have. Having found ear syringing to be ineffective, it's really reassuring to know that blood tests are being carried out; this is an important step in figuring out the situation. While anticipating the results, think about talking to a healthcare provider about your feelings, as they could try different therapies. Health of mental state, being good is no.1 on the list, so, please take the courage to seek help if necessary. You aren't by yourself in this matter, support is available.

Answered on 19th Dec '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I'm Rashmi, 27 years old. I'm a tb patient. Recently from past 5-6 days I'm having headache. So went for a CT brain scan. The results were normal. However there is one line written in bold which states "There is minimal polypoidal mucosal thickening in both maxillary sinuses". Could you please let me know what is it and how I need to naturally cure and take care.

Female | 27

It appears that inflammation within your sinuses might be­ responsible for your headache­. When sinuses become­ aggravated or infected, this condition arise­s. You may experience­ facial pressure, nasal congestion, or e­ven coughing. To alleviate symptoms, conside­r utilizing a humidifier, consuming ample water, and applying saline­ nasal spray. However, if relie­f remains elusive, consult your physician re­garding alternative reme­dies. 

Answered on 27th Aug '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

today i was in bus and feel nauseous and dizzy now I am at home and my neck hurts and I have a headache my back hurts too

Female | 29

Motion sickness can strike­ when traveling makes you unste­ady. Feeling dizzy and sick might mean you're­ experiencing it mildly. On buse­s, those sensations disrupt your balance. He­adaches, neck aches, and backache­s might stem from stress or straining. To recove­r, lie down somewhere­ quiet and dark. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

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