News and Information-Learn the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for Allergies.
A Member of the Healthscout Network
 Printer Friendly  Send to a Friend

Health Tip: Using Decongestants

They aren't safe for everyone

(HealthDay News) -- A stuffy nose and chest congestion can make it difficult to breathe, and decongestants can provide relief. But they're not safe for everyone.

Advertisement
Related Stories
 border=
Flood Cleanup Requires Extra Care for Those With Allergies
Treating Kids for Environmental Ills Costs U.S. $76B a Year
Anxiety's on the Menu for People With Food Allergies
Related Videos
 border=
Fighting Sinus Infections: "Blowing Up" Your Nose
Six Ways to Beat Allergies
The Wheezing Game: What Really Triggers Asthma?
Related Slides
 border=
Cystic Fibrosis
Laryngitis
Sinusitis
Related Encyclopedia
 border=
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergies
Allergies To Animals In Children

The American Academy of Family Physicians says decongestants shouldn't be taken without a doctor's approval by people with the following conditions:

-- Diana Kohnle

Copyright © 2010 HealthDay. All rights reserved.
Last updated 4/20/2010



Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only and does not serve as a replacement for care provided by your own personal health care team. This website does not render or provide medical advice, and no individual should make any medical decisions or change their health behavior based on information provided here. All pertinent content provided on this website should be discussed with your personal physician to evaluate whether it has any relevance to or impact on your specific condition. Reliance on any information provided by this website is solely at your own risk.


Feb 5, 2012
Home
Search
Powered By HealthLine
Patient Guide
News
Health Videos
Health Encyclopedia
Health News Archive
Affiliate Information
HealthScout Network
Contact Us
Newsletters
Privacy Policy
Terms of Use

We comply with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health
information:
verify here.
About The HealthScout Network Contact Us
Copyright © 2001. The HealthCentralNetwork, Inc. All rights reserved.
Privacy Policy  Terms of Service  

To find more information on specific conditions, please visit our partner sites: