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Super snotty nose for months?

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AshGirl · 10/09/2023 08:30

DS is 6 and has been snotty / snuffly for at least 2 months. Otherwise seems fine in himself.

Any idea what could be causing this? I have (possibly wrongly?) assumed it isn't allergies as his eyes are fine. Could allergies cause congestion but no other symptoms?

Many thanks in advance!

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MariePaperRoses · 10/09/2023 08:35

Seasonal rhinitis can cause that without any eye problems

Olbas oil is fantastic for this.

Songbird74 · 10/09/2023 10:35

My nephew had the same thing around the same age. The GP prescribed antibiotic sprays but nothing would shift it. Turns out, he had shoved a piece of a balloon up his nose and it was infected! It actually came out in the swimming pool when he blew his nose! I would make sure he’s not put anything up his nose that could be causing it

AshGirl · 10/09/2023 16:53

Thanks both! I didn't realise that allergies could present without eyes being affected, so I think this is likely to be the answer. Will crack out the piriton to see if that helps

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