1. ...nasal congestion. 2. A flame-retardant compound known as trephenyl phosphate may cause itching, nasal congestion and headaches, says a study published recently in Environmental Science and Technology. 3. But when a cold or virus causes nasal congestion, that important air supply is cut off. 4. Decongestants, which often contain phenylpropanolamine or phenylephrine and pseudophedrine, produce a narrowing of blood vessels, which leads to the clearning of nasal congestion. 5. For example, the capsaicin in chili peppers breaks up nasal congestion and turmeric, an ingredient in curry powder, contains curcumin, which helps relieve chest congestion. 6. For the millions plagued by chronic nasal congestion, a simple Band-Aid-like nasal strip called Breathe Right is often helpful. 7. Headaches, facial pain and fever are less common in chronic sinusitis, but nasal congestion and unpleasant nasal secretions usually persist. 8. In trials, the drug reduced the length of a cold by one day, although symptoms like nasal congestion and sneezing began improving sooner. 9. It sounds a little bit like a guy with nasal congestion trying to get a popcorn husk off the back of his tongue. 10. Side effects of the drug may include headaches, flushing of the face, indigestion, nasal congestion and mild vision impairment. |