Nasal Dryness / Congestion

[MyEscape]

For the past several months my nose has been driving me up the freakin' wall! It's almost always dry which leads to burning. It also always feel full like I have to constantly blow it, but when I do nothing comes out. This is gross I know, but I have to go into the bathroom and pick all of the junk out several times throughout the day. Most of the time it's kind of bloody, but I do get quite a bit of green mixed in as well. Most of what I get out is on the inside wall where the nostrils are seperated. I've tried many over the counter meds (Mucinex, Claritin, Claritin D, Sudafed, etc), but nothing seems to work. Last week I bought some nasal spray and nasal gel which helps for about 10 to 15 minutes, but then it goes back to burning again.

I've had 2 pretty severe sinus infections over the past couple of years, but my doctor has yet to recommend going to a specialist. Should I ask for a referral? Also, what do you think may be causing this? Any other remedies would be appreciated. This is driving me insane!

[hun123]

when u look in ur  nose can you see any infection? or is it red and scabby?

[hun123]

ok i think u needto get some nasal ****** stuff - emcur

or get sterimar which has  no drugs in it - it moisterisers your  nose when iit dries up
if u use it before bed when u wake up in morning you can really blow all the  gunk out

[bpark81]

i completely sympathize with your symptoms.  i've been struggling with horrible nasal congestion.  and now, that congestion has turned into a really bad runny nose.  the minute i wake up, i have to blow my nose.  but because your symptoms have been ongoing for over a month, i think you should see a specialist.  if your doctor isn't recommending or suggesting that you see one, i think you should find a new doctor.  i think any doctor should always have your best interest at heart.  right now, i'm taking fluticasone, which is a steroid nasal spray, but it doesn't help at all either.  i plan on seeing my doctor tomorrow.  take care and good luck!