Don’t let nasal congestion slow you down — learn how allergens can cause allergy symptoms such as a stuffy nose and how to find relief.
Besides sneezing, one of the telltale signs of an allergic reaction is nasal congestion, commonly known as a stuffy nose. While many people believe nasal congestion is caused by excess mucus, inflamed blood vessels in the nasal passage are actually to blame. If you breathe in a substance you’re allergic to, your nasal passages can become swollen, causing a plugged or stuffy sensation. You may also experience a runny nose or nasal discharge.
WHAT ALLERGENS CAUSE NASAL CONGESTION?
Not everyone experiences the same symptoms from the same allergens, but the most common allergens include:
Dust mites
Pet dander
Mold spores
SIX TIPS TO HELP MANAGE NASAL CONGESTION
Keeping nasal passages and sinuses moist may help a stuffy nose. Your goal is to thin the mucus in your nose and reduce inflammation so you can breathe more normally. Here are six simple ways to do it.
REFERENCES
- “Hay Fever.” The American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology. October 2020. Accessed October 10, 2021. https://acaai.org/allergies/types/hay-fever-rhinitis.
- Moore K. “Allergic Rhinitis.” Healthline. March 2019. Accessed October 10, 2021. https://www.healthline.com/health/allergic-rhinitis#symptoms.
- “Hay fever.” Mayo Clinic. July 2020. Accessed October 10, 2021. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hay-fever/symptoms-causes/syc-20373039.
- Holland K. “How to Clear a Stuffy Nose.” Healthline. September 2021. Accessed October 10, 2021. https://www.healthline.com/health/stuffy-nose-relief.
ASTEPRO® CAN HELP RELIEVE NASAL CONGESTION CAUSED BY ALLERGIES
Astepro® Allergy is a steroid-free allergy spray that starts to work in 30 minutes, and it doesn’t take several days of regular use to build up to full effectiveness like other allergy sprays can. Pick it up at your local retailer or buy now and keep some on hand for when you need fast-acting relief from allergies.
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