Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Why is my nose so congested?

Hormones cause all the mucous membranes, like those in your nose, to create more secretions. At the same time, your blood volume is increasing, which causes swelling throughout your body, including the respiratory airways in the nose, sinus, and chest. So it's no surprise that many women sniffle their way through pregnancy. Pregnancy is a snotty time. Although stuffy noses are a typical pregnancy symptom, call your caregiver if you develop any fever or flu-like symptoms. Read More

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