Has anyone been able to cure a chronic stuffy nose/polyps by natural means, avoiding steroids, surgery, etc?
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Breathe in lavender oil, it can really help, now I've helped you can you help me? Click on my name and anserw my question please!!!
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I have not eliminated allergies this way, but have managed them effectively with some alternative strategies. I've used homeopathic remedies (with some success) and I've also used high dosages of Vitamin C. \n\nI'm looking into NAET (an allergy elimination technique) that I have heard good things about. We will be doing this for my son and I, as our allergies are the most severe. I have heard stories from others, indicating that they have been able to completely clear up allergies using NAET.
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Naturally there is no "cure" for either.  I have found over-the-counter "Comtrex" to be the best.  Also, make sure to get plenty of rest and drink plenty of fluids.
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YES! I used to have chronic asthma - could not even walk up a few stairs without needing my inhaler and now I am totally cured and never wheeze or need an inhaler. \nFirstly, I took a course of BUTEYKO. This is a powerful but simple method which CURES asthma. (I used the Buteyko Eucapnic method). I went in on lots of different inhalers, a very ill person, and after 24 hours, I've never needed another inhaler again or had an attack or even wheezed much, and if I do feel short of breath, it's quickly controlled by using simple techniques.\nI don't want to go into the specifics as it could be dangerous for you to try them on your son without a professional showing you how. the basic point is that asthmatics actually OVER-breathe (even though they think they can't get enough air), and it teaches you to breathe more gently and calmly. The major point is to ALWAYS breathe through the nose, never the mouth, which you could start training him to do immediately, as this could not hurt him at all. It's a good thing for everyone to do!\n\nSecondly, get him checked for allergies: it is amazing how certain foods and things in your everyday environment can make your asthma so much worse. Common culprits are dairy products (mucus forming) and grains, but different people are allergic to individual things (I am allergic to sugar, for example). Also, many environmental factors affect asthma - animal hair, cigarettes, dust, bed mites, paint. One of the worse culprits is aerosol - so cut out all air fresheners, spray deodorant, hait lacquer, etc. Also, asthmatics should not take codeine - nurofen is a big no-no. One excellent treatment for Allergies and asthma is EPD (Enzyme Potentiated Desensitization).\n\nI really hope this helps. I live in the UK, so I hope these treatments are available wherever you live. GOOD LUCK!
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you know i have a confession to make,  from the age of 12 years to 19 my nose was stuffy and clogged i wasn't able to breathe through my nose at all i slept with my mouth open,i was miserable i never told my mom because i thought it was normal i eventually learn to live with it.but finally at the age of 19 went to see my doctor and while i was there i decided id ask him about it and i found out i had sinusitis he prescribed nasal spray and instantly i was able to breathe and i was amazed all the years i spent in misery for nothing,so it could be sinusitis or allergies the best advice i can give is to see a doctor, good luck to you.
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sweet oil on a cotton ball is an old remedy,take motrin, its better then tylenol,if your having a runny, stuffy nose with it, it could be your sinuses...take a decongestion...if none of this works seee your doc, it could be an infection,also watch for any drainage
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There are quite a few food groups that make us more "snuffly" anyway, so make hayfever all the worse. Erradicating these is very effective.\n\nBasically, avoid anything with yeast in it - such as bread, and any alcoholic drink. Yeast seems to make sufferers a lot more susceptible to pollen.\n\nCut out dairy produce (milk, cheese, eggs). These increase the production of mucous, causing more pollen to become trapped in our nazel cavity.\n\nDrink plenty of water - this helps clear the throat and nose - and eat lots of fresh fruit and veg - these contain compounds that help our immune system, and seem to help "clean" away the pollen. Also, as already mentioned, a little bit of honey helps - this sooths the throat.\n\nI used to suffer from really bad hayfever, but since cutting back drastically on anything containing yeast, dairy produce, fungus (such as mushrooms), and becoming vegetarian, my allergies have dropped off drastically, so that I only now need anti-histamenes on really bad days now.\n\nHumans should not suffer from hay fever. It is urbanization that has caused it. We can help get rid of it by returning to a healthier, more wholesome natural diet.
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I go along with the steam treatment to loosen up the stuffy head.  It won't give you long term relief, but sometimes a short reprieve is better than none!  Simply laying down with a hot wash cloth over your face will bring some relief.\n\nDo you have anything mentholated?  Maybe a joint cream like Flexall?  They will work to temporarily clear sinuses.
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Well you can unblock your nose by using saline drops. All that is normal salt water. It can be bought  but you can make it yourself by boiling salt,but let it cool first of course! Decongestants causes high blood pressure so salt water is the safe alternative.
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I have chronic sinus problems and the only thing that helps me is to do as saline rinse a minimum of once a day.  (OTC and prescriptions tend to dry me out so much I get really bad bloody noses…so I avoid them.)\n\nIf you are having a lot of problems, there's a product called Alkalol.  Here’s what it looks like:  http://www.westburyonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=19299&HS=1\n\nIf you go to a Target pharmacy (or even some of the larger grocery stores) they sell it.  Many times they keep it behind the counter so you just have to ask the pharmacist for it.\n\nI use this only occasionally because it does pack a wallop.  Nothing painful but it certainly does clear you out!!
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Depending on how chronic your symptoms are, alternative medicine may not be able to provide you much comfort.  Indeed, if your problem is quite bothersome, you may wish to schedule an appointment with a ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) specialist.  It could be that you have polyps within the sinus cavity, giving a permanent stuffed-up feeling.
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try homeopathy!  it's done wonders for me.  :)
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You are better off going with conventional medical treatment for severe allergies. You can help acclimate your body's immune system to new area by consuming locally grown wildflower honey. This is not a cure by any means, but many folks swear it has helped a great deal.
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Oh dear, quite unfortunate.  Well, eating more will sort out the boney aspect, and big feet aren't a problem.  Rhinoplasty will fix the nose.  See, its mostly fixable.
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-Try steam inhalation with a few drops of eucalyptus oil or vicks to clear a stuff nose. \n-Drink hot liquid such as herbal teas and clear soups.
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I have had it since I was a little kid. No cure but there are drugs that can help. The side affects stopped me from using them.
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For the nose:     solution  of  salt, water, squirted a couple times a day will dry out the nose and help with the sinus.  I have used the salt from the kitchen... for immediate results. In large quantities a mix of karo syrup,salt and water is used.  Karo syrup  helps not dry out the nose from the salt.  The correct salt may be called: sea salt if you make your own mixture.   Drug store sells it pre made.  Boiling water over the stove adding some cloves from the spice rack also helps if you lean over it as it boils.  Drinking warm tea with a little lemon, honey helps the throat along with gargling with salt water. Lastly... drink chicken broth, chicken soup.