I have had a cold for 2 wks. My runny nose is driving me round the bend esp at work. Any ideas to beat it?

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There are a lot of so called colds at the moment, especially with kids going back to school. If you are concerned see your GP. I am a GP myself, but I would advise you that if your symptoms persist then you must be seen to be examined.

Do you have any fever ? chills? muscle aches? joint stiffness?

Or does you face hurt when you lean forward ? Associated headache ?

Do you have any known allergies ?

Rhinovirus is the virus responsible for colds...it can last a few days sometime a couple of weeks.

Sinusitis: your sinuses are filled with inflammed fluid which can get infected. You can use nasal sprays such as beconase/flixonase over the counter. An antihistamine such zirtec or clarityn ( non drowsy) can help. Pirition is good may it is also sedating. I would also recommend steam inhalations with Vicks. If infected, painful sinuses and fever or mucky green discharge then you will need antibiotics.

Polyp: If you have a polyp which are fairly common then this will cause persistent nasal discharge. Only by being examined can a doctor determine this. Occasionally people are referred to ENT surgeons for excision.

Hay fever/allergy: have you got asthma or eczema ? If so you could have hay fever. Again antihistamines and nasal sprays can help. Animal hairs/washing liquids all can cause an allergy.

Have you got any other symptoms ? Tiredness, sore throat, night sweats, rashes or spontaneous bruising? If so contact your GP as you many need blood tests.

stick tissue up your nose, that stops it from running

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I have had a cold for 2 wks. My runny nose is driving me round the bend esp at work. Any ideas to beat it?

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