Do you really know? How can I sleep well with a blocked nose?
Jun 14, 2025
Sleep can be a struggle when dealing with a blocked nose, especially during the allergy-filled seasons. Common cold symptoms like sneezing and a sore throat make resting tough. Discover practical tips to improve your sleep, such as room management and hydration strategies. Learn how dietary adjustments may also help in soothing those pesky symptoms. Plus, explore sleeping positions that can maximize your comfort!
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Rhinoviruses and Hay Fever Link
- Rhinoviruses are the main cause of the common cold and resurface in spring and autumn.
- Spring also increases pollen that causes hay fever symptoms similar to a viral cold.
Combat Dry Air Effects
- Ventilate rooms to combat dry air that irritates mucous membranes and avoid overheating bedrooms.
- Use humidifiers, take hot showers, inhale steam, and wash nasal passages with saline water.
Elevate Head to Breathe Better
- Sleep with your head elevated using pillows to reduce sinus pressure and breathe easier.
- Avoid lying completely flat to improve breathing and lessen nasal blockage.