Category: Nasal complaints
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3 mistakes we often make when the runny nose does not go away: drops, allergies and a postponed visit to the ENT specialist
In spring, a runny nose seems almost the norm for many, because after winter immunity tends to be weaker, the weather is changeable, and upper respiratory tract viruses circulate particularly actively. However, in practice, long-lasting runny noses are often prolonged not by the virus itself, but by our own habits. The manager of our clinic,…
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How to treat runny nose, sore throat and ears at home?
Every year, with the onset of the viral season, a similar scenario repeats itself in doctors' offices – people come with a stuffy nose, a sore throat or ear discomfort, hoping to find a quick solution. Antibiotics seem to be the most effective. However, as our head of the clinic Dr. Med. Rudolfs Janis Viksne…
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Nasal drops – how long can they be used and why can they be harmful?
Edema-removing nasal drops are one of the most commonly used over-the-counter medications for runny and stuffy nose. As explained by the head of our clinic, Dr. Med. Rūdolfs Jānis Viksne, these remedies are really effective because they provide quick relief and improve nasal breathing. However, at the same time, they can also become a serious…