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Are Persistent Nasal Congestion And Running Nose Allergic Symptoms?

Hi...I have had a cold for well over a week, no cough no fever, just nasal congestion, sneezing nose running like a faucet at first, now less congestion but sinus rinse still showing white, blood tinged mucus. Also, very stiff neck and shoulders. I was treated for resp. allergies for 5 years (shots) but last year was re-tested and showed only reaction to sycamore and cedar, none of which have much presence here so we agreed to stop. I m 73 almost 74 and generally healthy. Is this just a new cold virus or do you think my allergies are coming back?
Thu, 1 Mar 2018
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Hello,

Your problem can be due to allergic rhinitis. Doing blood routine examination is good to rule out any other problems. Taking antihistamines and corticosteroid nasal sprays will be helpful. I would also suggest a short course of antibiotics.


Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nishad BN
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Are Persistent Nasal Congestion And Running Nose Allergic Symptoms?

Hello, Your problem can be due to allergic rhinitis. Doing blood routine examination is good to rule out any other problems. Taking antihistamines and corticosteroid nasal sprays will be helpful. I would also suggest a short course of antibiotics. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nishad BN