While avoiding catching a cold is tough, you can find relief without having to stock up on hundreds of medications and ...

Many things can block normal nasal drainage, including excess mucus from allergies or an infection, but experts say there are options to help.

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It’s snot a good idea — no matter what TikTok tells you. That’s the message from doctors about a viral at-home trend for ...

Not many things are as uncomfortable and annoying as a runny or congested nose when you’re sick. Constantly blowing your nose and not being able to breathe through it may leave you wondering: Why does ...

Mucus isn't exactly something people give much thought to — until they're sick and dealing with a constantly runny nose. But mucus is actually an important part of a healthy immune system, according ...

You can get a runny nose (rhinorrhea) for a lot of reasons. In most cases, it’s because of mucus buildup in your nasal cavity or sinuses due to a trigger or allergen. Your nose then fills up with ...

Cold and flu season is upon us. Cases are jumping across the country, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data shows, bringing plenty of stuffy, runny noses along for the ride. While ...

Nasal obstruction is a blockage of the nasal cavity, which is the space inside the nose. It may occur due to excess mucus or structural changes to the nose. The nasal cavity divides into two passages, ...

Learn what happens to cells inside the nose during an RSV infection, and why infants are so vulnerable to the virus.

It’s unlikely picking your nose will cause serious problems. However, those who have a weakened immune system or illness may experience infection, nasal cavity damage, or nosebleeds. Nose picking is a ...