Hi doctor, Since a week i am suffering from cold and a nostril block. I have taken cheston cold to control my cold but past three days i am facing difficulty in breathing due to nostril block of one side and during inhaling with a slight pressure block gets cleared but the flum which is coming out is thick and brown in colur with this i am also suffering with a slight headache . Pls. suggest what could be the problem and what precuations to be taken.
Hi, Thanks for posting your query. Do you swelling and pain around cheeks? You are most likely suffering from common cold (Acute flu fever) with secondary bacterial infection. There may also be involvement of maxillary sinuses. This may cause persisting infection with blockade of nose. You should consult with physician and ENT surgeon and get thorough nasal check up. You should take complete antibiotic course, decongestants, and anti-inflammatory medicines for relief of symptoms. You should also perform gargles three times in a day with lukewarm water and a pinch of salt. You should also take hot steam inhalation for relief of symptoms. Take care, Chat Doctor.