Sinus congestion and allergy flare-ups are never easy to live with. Ayurveda experts insist these aren’t just the result of dust or pollen. The real cause often comes from inside the body, like weak ...

Some of the best medicines to relieve symptoms of nasal congestion include over-the-counter decongestants, pain relievers, antihistamines, and nasal sprays. Home remedies like humidifiers, ...

Here's what a neti pot is, when to use one and how to do so safely.

As we battle against poor air quality, environmental pollutants have become unavoidable and they can trigger certain respiratory health issues that cause nasal inflammation. Pollutants like smoke, ...

When allergies, a cold, the flu or a sinus infection cause nasal congestion, all we want is reliable relief. And for good reason: A study in Current Medical Research and Opinion found that nasal ...

Nasal congestion occurs when blood vessels and mucous membranes in the sinuses and nasal passageways swell. While mild congestion often clears on its own, a range of treatments and home remedies can ...

A sinus infection (sinusitis) is caused by a virus or (sometimes) bacteria that creates swelling in the nasal passages. Oftentimes, sinus infections come with or after a viral upper respiratory ...

Chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRwNP) combines sinus inflammation lasting 12 weeks or longer with benign nasal growths. It can cause congestion, nasal discharge, loss of smell, and facial ...

John Carew, MD, is an otolaryngologist and adjunct assistant professor at the Mount Sinai Medical Center department of otolaryngology and NYU Medical Center. Colds, the flu, sinus infections, and ...