The expert named a way to get rid of a runny nose

Olga Karaseva, an emergency medical assistant, spoke about a suitable way for children and adults to quickly get rid of a runny nose.

In conversation with the agency RuNews24.ru On October 21, the expert explained that vasoconstrictor drops can only be used for the first three days — they should not be used longer to avoid addiction. After this period, according to her, it is better to switch to other means or methods of treatment.

She also stressed the importance of rinsing the nose with saline solutions — it helps to remove mucus and reduce inflammation. This method, the expert noted, is effective and safe.

In addition, Karaseva mentioned local antiseptics, but clarified that there is not enough data on them yet to recommend them to everyone without consulting a doctor.

She added that with a mild course of the disease, self-treatment can help to quickly cope with the symptoms, but in case of complications, it is important to consult a specialist.

On October 14, doctor Georgy Shadrin spoke about the dangers of folk methods of treating the common cold. In an interview with the Moscow city News agency, he warned that it was dangerous to put garlic juice in your nose or put a cut clove of it. Because of this, the mucous membrane of the nasal cavity can be damaged, and in some people this can cause allergies.

In September, doctor Dmitry Shubin warned that applying a bag of salt to a runny nose would not cure the disease. The expert noted that such a folk treatment method will only increase the inflammatory process, writes RT.

Also in September, Yana Novikova, a sign language therapist, otoneurologist, ENT, hearing and balance expert, spoke about the effect of colds on a child's hearing. Enlarged adenoids can physically block the auditory tubes, provoking permanent inflammation.

In June, Nizhny Novgorod otorhinolaryngologist Regina Kurushina told how not to treat rhinitis. In particular, these are essential oils, antiseptics, and immunomodulators. 360.ru .

In February, Dmitry Salikhov, head of the otorhinolaryngology department at the Vidnovskaya Clinical Hospital, advised rinsing the nose with saline solution to combat a runny nose, as well as regularly ventilating the room and humidifying the air. kp.ru .

Earlier, internist Irina Saynog said that a common runny nose should go away in 5-7 days. She explained that a lingering runny nose can be caused by allergies, dry air, or improper treatment. If symptoms persist for more than two weeks, it is necessary to consult a doctor, writes NSN.

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