The nostril, which seems to be more swollen, is always feeling congested even after saline rinse and irrigation multiple times. I have been using neil med sinus rinse multiple times to help clear airway at this point I hope it is safe because I have been using this rinse frequently to try and resolve this problem. I try blowing my nose, but nothing happens, just feels stuffed. My deviated septum was on the right side, but my left side is the stuffed and congested side. What could it be? Thanks!
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Answer: Steroid aerosol for post rhinoplasty nasal congestion.
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