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What are the causes of runny and stuffy nose at the same time?

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Published At June 13, 2022
Reviewed AtAugust 31, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello,

This is a strange condition. My nose is runny, but it is stuffy when I try to pull in the fluid. Why is it so? I have not had any flu symptoms apart from this. It is pissing me off. I cannot bow down to do some work. It is embarrassing to go in public. Prescribe me some nose drops to get rid of this.

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern. You can use an oral antihistamine once daily to stop a runny nose. I suggest getting a CT (computed tomography) scan for the nose and sinuses to exclude any skull base defects leaking cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Mohammed Osama Aboborda
Dr. Mohammed Osama Aboborda

Otolaryngology (E.N.T)

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