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Runny nose
My nose is blocked and runny all day and sometimes to the point where tears come out from my eyes. I have been using otrivin for long but nowdays otrivin also doesnt help
Be it summer or winter , my nose is blocked and i feel like its melting and it will drop if i stand
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Otrivin shouldn't be used for long. It can cause a condition known as rhinitis medicamentosa, where the turbinates of the nose becomes permanently enlarges and causes rebound blockage. Other possibilities are allergic or vasomotor rhinitis.
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U should consult a doctor.
Health Tips
stop using otrivin
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This is allergic rhinitis. Pls Stop using otrivin.
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Consult online for proper treatment
Health Tips
Steam inhalation twice daily
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Dr. Jayanta Kumar Das
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
13 yrs exp
Delhi
Allergic rhinitis problem
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online consultation for detailed evaluation and medication
Health Tips
avoid known allergen
avoid putting otrivin
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Dr. Rajen Patel
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
22 yrs exp
Surat
it seems Allegic problem
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avoid exposure to dust and fumes forever
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steam inhalation 2 times per day
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