The Cleaner's doctor called a constant runny nose a possible sign of hypothyroidism.

Persistent nasal congestion may not be a consequence of colds or allergies, but a signal of hormonal disorders, she said in an interview with Gazeta on November 1.Ru" therapist of the Scandinavian Health Center Olga Chistik.

According to the specialist, with hypothyroidism — a decrease in the function of the thyroid gland — fluid accumulates in the tissues, which causes swelling of the nasal mucosa. This leads to a feeling of constant congestion, although there may be no discharge.

"In addition to congestion, hypothyroidism has characteristic manifestations: dry skin, cold hands and feet, brittle nails, weight gain, drowsiness, hoarseness of voice and hair loss. Women may have cycle disorders. In older people, persistent nasal congestion sometimes becomes the only noticeable sign of hormonal failure," the doctor explained.

To make a diagnosis, according to the specialist, it is enough to take tests for thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) and thyroxine (T4), as well as, if necessary, undergo an ultrasound of the thyroid gland. After selecting the treatment, hormone levels return to normal, and breathing is restored without the use of drops.

It's not too late: in Russia, they can't assess the level of commitment to healthy lifestyle

Experts pointed out the lack of a clear methodology, which does not allow us to draw unambiguous conclusions about people's desire to be healthy.

Earlier, on October 28, INVITRO infectious disease specialist Andrey Pozdnyakov reminded that vasoconstrictor drops should not be used for more than seven days, as they are addictive and can lead to "naphthyzine" rhinitis. He stressed that long-term use of such drugs is dangerous for people with hypertension, atherosclerosis and other chronic diseases.

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