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How Can Nasal Congestion And Severe Headaches During Pregnancy Be Treated?

Hi , I am 15 weeks pregnant and have developed swollen polyps in the nasal tract. It s been more than 10 days since I have been suffering from blocked nose , severe headaches and haven t had a good nights sleeps since then. It aggravates when I lie down. The doctor prescribed Metatop nasal spray. Is this safe to use during pregnancy? Will this have any affect on the foetus?
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No sufficient proof for abnormality in fetus has been found with Metatop nasal spray in human being.,,, It is advised when the doctors finds it's good effect more than side effects. So it should be used strictly with expert's ( ENT doctor)advise.
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How Can Nasal Congestion And Severe Headaches During Pregnancy Be Treated?

Hi, No sufficient proof for abnormality in fetus has been found with Metatop nasal spray in human being.,,, It is advised when the doctors finds it s good effect more than side effects. So it should be used strictly with expert s ( ENT doctor)advise. Thanks.