What are common causes of nasal congestion?
Nasal congestion has a variety of causes, and a number of medical and surgical treatments are available to treat these conditions. Chronic nasal congestion usually relates to the presence of one of several factors. Seasonal and perennial allergies as well as sinusitis can cause chronic swelling of the lining of the nose and turbinates, which increases nasal congestion. Physical blockages can exist due to narrow intra-nasal anatomy from a deviated nasal septum, large turbinates or a combination of both. Intra-nasal and sinus polyps, and benign and cancerous growths can also physically block airflow. What are some treatment options for nasal congestion? Treatment of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis typically involves avoiding the offending allergens, taking allergy medications (antihistamines, nasal steroids) and/or immunotherapy. Sinusitis can usually be managed by treating the infection with antibiotics and treatment of other contributing factors, such as allergies. The presenc
