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From: reg@whuxk.UUCP (R. E. Gunderman)
Newsgroups: net.med
Subject: Nasal allergies
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Date: Thu, 14-Jun-84 08:51:26 EDT
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Posted: Thu Jun 14 08:51:26 1984
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I read the recent articles re nasal allergies and injections with great
interest, because I also have nasal allergies. I cannot take shots because
of medical reasons, but for years I had been taking a prescribed antihistamine
with decongestant, which gave some relief. However, in time the nasal
constriction (due to swollen membranes and polyps) became so bad that I had to
have cortisone injected directly into my nose in order to breathe. I now
use a prescribed nasal spray that contains a mild solution of cortisone. This
spray (which was recommended by another netter) has helped me considerably.
The commercial name of this spray is Beconase - it is also available by other names.
For those who may have a similar problem, I suggest that you contact your
nose doctor/allergist and get an opinion - it seems that doctors don't
give much advice, it is generally an opinion. I would also appreciate receiving
any info from others who are using Beconase.

I am aware that cortisone may have side effects, but mainly in larger
quantities. Since I have taken max quantities, I know how undesirable these
effects can be. However, it has saved my life and now allows me to breathe.

		Dick Gunderman