How to treat nasal congestion on one side?

Unilateral nasal congestion, alternating nasal congestion is a natural mechanism of the nose. Many people experience this condition when the weather changes or when exposed to polluted environments, dust. Allergic rhinitis is common in people with allergies, also leading to symptoms of unilateral nasal congestion with itchy nose, runny nose, sneezing… Prolonged nasal congestion can be a manifestation of sinusitis, deviated nasal septum, nasal polyps, and sinus cancer.

Treatment for nasal congestion on one side depends on the cause. After examining and determining the cause, your doctor may treat you with nasal sprays or oral medications.

Nasal sprays have anti-inflammatory effects, reduce swelling, constrict blood vessels in the nasal mucosa, reduce congestion and nasal congestion. Nasal decongestant sprays often contain vasoconstrictors that help relieve nasal congestion by constricting blood vessels in the nasal mucosa. Anti-inflammatory drugs in the corticosteroid group have an anti-inflammatory role, treating symptoms of allergic rhinitis such as nasal congestion, itchy nose or runny nose.

Antihistamines treat nasal congestion caused by allergies. Histamine is a compound that acts as a neurotransmitter and is released by the body when it comes into contact with an allergen or tissue damage. Some of these agents include pollen, animal dander, dust, etc.

In addition to taking medication, you can reduce symptoms of nasal congestion on one side by keeping warm, drinking enough water, elevating your head when sleeping, using an aerosol, rinsing your nose daily, and avoiding allergens.