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Have Cold, Bronchitis, Congested Sinus. Using A Nasal Spray And Prednisone. What Can Help Me?
Hi there,I have been using a nasal spray,not saline, for 3 days, as have had a cold that has turned to bronchitis,and am on predisone for 6 days to relieve that, but I find that the spray to relive my congested sinus is only working for upto 3 hrs, so hence am not sleeping. Do I need to change to another spray, or do I need an antibiotic for .my sinus are bothering me the most at present.
Any suggestions for a good nights sleep would be good. Alison
Any suggestions for a good nights sleep would be good. Alison
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Tue, 30 Jul 2013
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Hope you are doing well. You did not Mentioned which nasal spray are you using. how ever use Xynosine Nasal spray 2 puff in morning and night. Decongestants may help relieve congestion, but they do not cure sinusitis.
Because many cases of acute sinusitis resolve within two weeks with non-prescription treatments and home remedies, doctors generally wait at least 7 - 14 days before prescribing an antibiotic.
I hope you are satisfied with the Query.
Regards
Hope you are doing well. You did not Mentioned which nasal spray are you using. how ever use Xynosine Nasal spray 2 puff in morning and night. Decongestants may help relieve congestion, but they do not cure sinusitis.
Because many cases of acute sinusitis resolve within two weeks with non-prescription treatments and home remedies, doctors generally wait at least 7 - 14 days before prescribing an antibiotic.
I hope you are satisfied with the Query.
Regards
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