By DAD Ayurveda Clinic

Causes

Nasal congestion can be caused by anything that irritates, or inflame the tissues of the nose. Infections – such as a cold, flu, or sinusitis – and allergies are frequent causes of nasal congestion and runny nose. Sometimes congestion and runny nose can be caused by irritants such as tobacco smoke and car exhaust. This condition is called non-allergic rhinitis or vasomotor rhinitis.

Less commonly, nasal congestion can also be caused by a tumor.

Potential causes of nasal congestion include:

Acute sinusitis (nasal and sinus infection)

• Alcohol
• Allergies

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Chronic sinusitis

• Churg-Strauss syndrome
• Common cold
• Decongestant nasal spray overuse
• Deviated septum
• Dry air
• Enlarged adenoids
• Food, especially spicy dishes
• Foreign body in the nose
• Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (Wegener’s granulomatosis)
• Hormonal changes
• Influenza (flu)

Medicines, such as those used to treat high blood pressure, erectile dysfunction, depression, painkiller, seizures, and other conditions

Nasal polyps

Non-allergic rhinitis (chronic congestion or sneezing not related to allergies)

• Occupational asthma
• Pregnancy
• Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
• Sleep apnea
• Stress
• Thyroid disorders
• Tobacco smoke

The Causes shown here are commonly associated with this symptom.

Work with a DAD Ayurveda doctor or other health care professional for an

Accurate diagnosis.