Congestion

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I did not know this:Many people think that a nose gets congested (stuffy) from too much thick mucus. This is incorrect. The nose becomes congested when the tissues lining the nose become swollen due to inflamed blood vessels.

And more useful information:Medicines are not the only way to relieve a stuffy or runny nose. Often, gentler solutions are better. Try these steps to thin the mucus, which can help you breathe easier and get your nasal secretions back to normal:

Use gentle saline nasal sprays.

Increase the humidity in the air with a vaporizer or humidifier.

Drink extra fluids. Hot tea, broth, or chicken soup may be especially helpful.

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