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constant nasal congestion

Hello, I have would like some opinions/advice for my three year old son. He had his tonsils and adenoids removed three months ago due to chronic strep throat and ear infections.  Along with those problems he has suffered from a constant runny nose for about two years. The Dr. thought this would go away once the adenoids were removed but it has not stopped. He has been tested for allergies and did not test positive for any allergies. They have also tested him for immune system disorders and all those tests came back fine. Does anyone know what could be causing his nose problems and should I be concerned. At this point his pediatrician told me she doesn't know whats wrong and to just keep an eye on it, but I know its not normal for a kids nose to run for two years, should I get a second opinion?
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242516 tn?1368223905
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For most people, just more bothersome, but who knows if your son is most people or not.  I'd say he's less like most people, since chronic running is not normal for 2 years after tonsillectomy & adenoidectomy.  Get a second opinion, consider an allergist before getting a different ENT to give you a second opinion.
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Could there be something serious going on?  Is chronic runny nose ever an indicator for  a more serious medical condition or is it usually just more bothersome?
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242516 tn?1368223905
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Rhinorrhea (runny nose) isn't always from allergies, there are other reasons for chronic rhiinitis, from environmental exposures.  Get a second opinion
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