A 45-year-old reader experiencing persistent nasal congestion and reduced sense of smell due to nasal polyps asks if medication can provide a lasting cure.
I experience one-sided nasal congestion that worsens when I lie on my side. Why does this happen, is it a medical condition, and how should it be treated? (Dung Pham, 30, Dong Nai)
A 35-year-old patient from Dong Nai, Kim Ngo, often experiences nasal congestion. She found that inhaling medicated oil initially helped, but its effectiveness waned over time. She wonders why this occurs and if she should consult a doctor.
