3 Common Reasons Your Nose Is Stuffed 24/7 (Besides a Cold)

You’ve hardly been able to breathe through both nostrils for over a week. You’re not coughing or sneezing, and you don’t feel feverish. It’s not the cold, and it’s not the flu. So why are you so congested?

A stuffy nose is a symptom, not a condition in itself. When your nose is stuffed — and it’s not the common cold — it’s usually one of three things, according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation. In this video, learn more about allergies, non-allergic rhinitis, and sinus infections.

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Lauren Smith, MA

Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.

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