What to do if you have a stuffy nose? What are the causes of a stuffy nose?

Many people often have nasal congestion in their daily lives, but most people do not know the specific causes of nasal congestion. Long-term nasal congestion is likely to lead to insufficient blood supply to the brain, resulting in the formation of dark circles under the eyes. If this continues for a long time, it may also lead to memory loss. Therefore, in daily life, we must learn more about the causes of nasal congestion, and then carry out effective treatment and prevention to avoid affecting brain function.

What are the causes of nasal congestion?

1. Deviated nasal septum

It can be said that a deviated nasal septum is the main cause of nasal congestion. In addition to the common cold, a deviated nasal septum is the main cause of most long-term nasal congestion. The so-called deviated nasal septum actually refers to changes in the structure of the nasal cavity, which will cause nasal congestion. Common causes include congenital development or acquired trauma, which are common factors that cause nasal congestion. Usually, this disease cannot be cured by drug treatment, and the best way is to do septum correction surgery.

Only surgery can restore the deviated nasal septum to normal, and the treatment is performed inside the nasal cavity so there is no scar left outside the nose. Going to a regular hospital for surgery can completely correct the deviated nasal septum.

2. Hypertrophy of nasal conchae

Experts remind that if the nasal concha is enlarged, it will also cause nasal congestion. The edema and hypertrophy of the soft tissues on the outside of the nasal cavity can not only easily cause nasal congestion, but also may cause other symptoms such as nasal edema. There are many reasons for nasal concha hypertrophy. Usually, it is a symptom associated with the onset of a cold. In addition, long-term chronic rhinitis is also one of the causes of nasal concha hypertrophy. For this group of people, 1% anesthetic drops should be used in the nose in the early stage of the disease, which can have a good therapeutic effect.

However, be careful not to use it continuously for more than 1 week. If the condition has not improved after a week, you should continue using it under the guidance of a doctor to avoid causing dependent drug-induced rhinitis.

3. Allergic rhinitis

Patients with allergic rhinitis are also prone to nasal congestion in their daily lives, and some patients with severe symptoms may even suffer from insomnia. The reason why these patients have nasal congestion is due to allergic reactions, that is, allergic rhinitis. This disease has the characteristics of perennial attacks, and some patients have seasonal attacks. Most patients are also allergic to new furniture or paint in renovated houses, and spring pollen.

For these patients, they must take certain anti-allergy measures in their daily lives, especially in the spring when allergies are prone to occur. They should try to avoid places with a lot of pollen to avoid allergic rhinitis.

4. Foreign bodies in the nasal cavity

If there is a foreign body in the nasal cavity, it will also cause nasal congestion, especially for some young children. At this time, it is necessary to consider whether the foreign body was inserted into the nasal cavity during play and forgotten to be removed. Once the child is found to have nasal congestion, he must go to the hospital immediately for a detailed nasal endoscopy examination. If the foreign body is found, it should be removed immediately, so that the nasal congestion will disappear immediately.

There are many reasons for nasal congestion. The above are all very common in daily life. After understanding them, you should take preventive measures as much as possible. At the same time, colds are also the cause of nasal congestion, so symptomatic treatment is necessary in daily life.

What to do if you have a stuffy nose

1. Chop a handful of green onion into pieces and boil it into a soup, then inhale the hot steam through your nose.

2. Heat 20 ml of vinegar to evaporate and inhale the vapor.

3. Apply a hot towel to your nose for 5-10 minutes each time, 3 times a day.

4. Use a hair dryer to blow hot air into the nostrils, and onto both temples, Fengchi acupoint, and Dazhui acupoint.

5. For left ear plug, lie on the right side; for right nasal plug, lie on the left side.

6. Wash your nose with warm salt water once in the morning and once in the evening.