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What Is The Treatment For An Upper Respiratory Infection?

Hi, Im pretty sure I either have a sinus infection or an upper respitory infection. Im waiting to contact a Dr. on Monday, because there are no open offices during the weekend. What can I do for temporary relief? I have used the nasal sprays which have helped, but have already used them for three days, and according to the box , prolonged use can make things worse. I have a lot of trouble sleeping at night, because I can't breathe through my nose, and am constantly waking up due to an extremely dry mouth.
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Hi welcome to the health care magic

In the given history, you are having congestive symptom and according to given history it could be Rhinitis or sinusitis like presentation....

You can do steam inhalation with added one tsp eucalyptus oil in hot water bowl. (three times a day)

Salt water gargle done two times a day

Take vitamin C lozenges that are having viricidal action...

Hot water used for drinking

Decongestant like dimenhydrinate or phenylephrine like antihistaminic drug used

Enlarged turbine in nose can lead you trouble breathing

Take care

Consult physician or otorhinolaryngologist for examination

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What Is The Treatment For An Upper Respiratory Infection?

Hi welcome to the health care magic In the given history, you are having congestive symptom and according to given history it could be Rhinitis or sinusitis like presentation.... You can do steam inhalation with added one tsp eucalyptus oil in hot water bowl. (three times a day) Salt water gargle done two times a day Take vitamin C lozenges that are having viricidal action... Hot water used for drinking Decongestant like dimenhydrinate or phenylephrine like antihistaminic drug used Enlarged turbine in nose can lead you trouble breathing Take care Consult physician or otorhinolaryngologist for examination