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Blocked nose
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Slight fever and blocked nose, some pain in my ears and a really strong pain in my throat. It's been going on for the past 4 days. Panadol didn't help
Dr. Zakia Dimassi, Pediatrics - You need to be examined by a physician to make the correct diagnosis and prescribe the corresponding treatment.
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I stopped it for 2 days and I can endure that. Is it OK if I don't use it again or should I stop it gradually?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi, Pediatrics - If you are able to tolerate abrupt discontinuation, it's OK to do so - I only advised that you stop it gradually to avoid excessive nasal congestion.
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I used otrivin nasal spray (xylometazoline hydrochloride) for nearly two weeks and my nose is always blocked unless I use it. What should I do?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi, Pediatrics - Otrivin must not be used for a period of time that exceeds 5 days at most and what you're experiencing now is a side effect of the medication. Xylometazoline acts by decreasing the blood flow to ... Read More
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I have a red & irritating palatine tonsil. The doctors told me it's because I'm breathing from my mouth since my nose is closed. I took an anti histamine spray but no results and there's more mucus.
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Dr. Salim Saab, Otolaryngology (Ent) - The correction of the blocked nose comes first.
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