(HealthDay News) -- Though decongestant medications can offer
much-needed relief when mucus plugs your nose, the drugs could be
harmful to some people.
The American Academy of Family Physicians says you should speak
to your doctor before taking a decongestant if you have:
- Heart problems or high blood pressure.
- Glaucoma.
- Problems with the thyroid.
- Diabetes.
- Problems with the prostate.
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